Process Engineer

Job Description

As a Process Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining and improving operational process systems efficiency, with administration of systems and involvement in improvement projects. This role ensures robust systems efficiency and consistent action for improvement. You will be based at our Dandenong South food flavour manufacturing site and reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Maintain and optimise our Dynamic Material Allocation system supporting a highly efficient shop floor manufacturing operation
• Responsible for reporting and monitoring inventory accuracy & control. Investigate and complete root cause analysis with resolution of inventory control issues. Ensuring inventory costs and associated effects on production are controlled
• Assisting with process engineering & continuous improvement tasks/projects, including evaluation of process, problem solving, root cause analysis and the implementation of rectifications/solutions
• Improving/optimising manufacturing process efficiency, quality and safety
• Production efficiency & performance KPI tracking & reporting
• Execution of and participation in capital projects as related to this role 

Job Requirements

Required Experience

To be successful in this role you will need to have:

• 5 years experience in process, mechatronics or industrial engineering preferred
• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Mechatronics, Industrial) or related field
• Experience in coding & data systems, SQL, VBA
• Understanding of use of automation data in process efficiency. Experience in system data use and user interfaces
• Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly in Microsoft Excel, OneNote, Planner, Project & Access data analysis (SQL Database knowledge is advantageous)
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self motivated organic problem solving skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrated high work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously

Culture and benefits

• Fantastic training platform and support provided to boost your career
• Amazing leave benefits such as Paid Parental Leave, Wellness Leave and more.
• Be part of a highly motivated, supportive, energised and successful team
• Free parking and canteen facilities on-site

 At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more…