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Process Engineer

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc.

San Diego, California, United States

(on-site)

Posted 4 hours ago

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Description

Process Engineer

US-CA-San Diego

Job ID: 2026-8818
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
San Diego Plant

Overview

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing process improvements and technologies within the company. This role plays a key function in ensuring efficient and cost-effective production processes that meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

· Develop and implement process improvements to optimize production efficiency and reduce costs.

· Monitor and analyze production processes to identify potential areas for improvement or optimization.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions to optimize production efficiency.

· Support Operations and Maintenance teams in troubleshooting process-related issues and developing preventive maintenance plans.

· Assist in evaluating capital investment opportunities related to process improvements and technologies.

· Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis for process improvement projects.

· Monitor and report on the financial impact of process improvements and capital project on the operations budget.

· Troubleshoot and resolve any production issues related to process inefficiencies or quality control.

· Develop and maintain documentation for process improvements, including standard operating procedures and work instructions.

· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices for production processes.

· Lead projects related to process improvements, train and mentor production staff on new processes and technologies.

· Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance overall operational efficiency.

· Collaborate with external suppliers and vendors to evaluate and introduce new technologies and equipment.

· Collaborate with the Maintenance, Environmental, Health and Safety, NWT, and Kaizen teams to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices.

· Manage small plant projects including small capital projects to improve plant technology, processes and equipment upgrades.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications and Experience

An equivalent combination of experience and education will also be considered.

Education

Education Level	Description
4 Year / Bachelors Degree	Engineering

Experience

Minimum Years of Experience	Comments
2 to 4 years	experience as a process engineer in a related field OR 5-10 years of hands-on manufacturing experience doing process improvement projects

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

· Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards and quality control procedures.

· Must have solid working knowledge in food production processing, packaging equipment, utilities.

· Must have project management skills, be detailed oriented, and be able to prioritize and manage multiple simultaneous projects.

· Must have sound planning and organization skills.

· Knowledge of standard MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project)

· Experience with TPM - EAM, PM & AM is preferred.

· Must have sound planning and organization skill

Working Conditions

The working conditions of this job require the employee to frequently be exposed to wet, humid, and extremely cold conditions. Employee is occasionally exposed to vibration and the noise level can be moderate. To protect against these conditions, frequent use of personal protective equipment is required.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands Hardcoded

Demand	Frequency
Sit	Frequent
Stand	Frequent
Walk	Frequent
Lift	Frequent
Bend/Twist	Frequent
Reach	Frequent

Other Physical Demands or Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit or stand, reach, bend and move about the work environment, plants or offices. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; talk or hear and taste or smell. The employee is regularly required to lift up to 10 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 25 pounds. Will be exposed to loud industrial type environments commonly found at plants. Varied temperatures from hot and humid to very cold.

AAP/EEO Statement

Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. (AFNA) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFNA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis protected by stated, federal, or local law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Range: 80,000+ DOE plus 10% STI bonus (annually).

Benefits: Ajinomoto Foods Benefits | Home

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Job ID: 82352563

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$5,613

Cost of Living Index

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(1-3 Bedroom)

$3,206 - $5,233

Safety Index

60/100

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(Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment)

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High-Speed Internet

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Transportation

Gasoline

(1 gallon)

$4.69

Taxi Ride

(1 mile)

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