Process Engineer
Join a leading food producer to streamline operations, enhance quality, and drive process improvements that power sustainable growth.
Location: Millsboro, Delaware
Industry: Food & Beverages (Poultry Processing)
Job Type: Full Time
Are you an experienced Process Engineer to join a leading organization in the protein processing industry. In this mid-level role, you will play a critical part in optimizing plant operations, leading lean manufacturing initiatives, and supporting cross-functional efficiency improvements. This is a high-impact position ideal for candidates who thrive in fast-paced production environments and are passionate about driving measurable change.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead and manage process improvement projects across manufacturing operations.
- Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
- Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement strategies to optimize output.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to streamline workflows.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and technical reports.
- Troubleshoot recurring plant issues and implement sustainable engineering solutions.
- Utilize AutoCAD to develop and revise facility layouts and process diagrams.
- Work in both office and plant environments, including areas such as feed mills, hatcheries, and wastewater treatment.
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a poultry or protein processing plant within an Industrial or Process Engineering role (required).
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field (preferred).
- 3–5 years of experience in process or industrial engineering, with a strong focus on operational efficiency.
- Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization methodologies.
- Proficient in AutoCAD and other design or modeling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and re-engineer complex production systems.
- Strong collaboration and teamwork skills with a hands-on, solution-oriented approach.
Sperton Global AS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Sperton
Sperton is a global recruitment and consulting firm with offices across Europe, Asia, and the Americas. We help companies find and manage top talent across borders, delivering fast, compliant, and flexible recruitment, consultant hiring, and global mobility services.
- Department
- Manufacturing
- Locations
- United States
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Millsboro, Delaware, United States
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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