Process Engineer; R&D

LaSalle Network
Chicago, US
On-site

Job Description

Position: Process Engineer (R&D)

Overview

LaSalle Network is hiring an R&D Process Engineer to join a globally recognized leader in the CPG space, supporting cutting-edge R&D initiatives in their confectionery portfolio.

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end process development from bench to pilot to full-scale production
  • Partner with R&D scientists to bring new product innovations to life
  • Develop process specs, manuals and troubleshooting documentation
  • Analyze trial data and drive actionable insights across work streams
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, operations and supply chain
  • Support equipment installation, FATs and production qualifications
  • Ensure processes align with manufacturing capabilities and efficiency goals

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Food Science-related field
  • 5–10 years of experience in Food manufacturing
  • Hands-on trial and scale-up experience
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Experience with Microsoft Office; statistical tools are a plus
  • Ability to travel locally and support plant trials

What’s in it for me?

  • Competitive hourly pay at $50/hr.
  • $60/hr.
  • Exposure to large-scale, high-impact R&D projects
  • Opportunity to work with industry leaders in confectionery innovation
  • Medical, dental and vision benefits offered
  • Hands-on experience across pilot and full production environments

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

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Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

Food manufacturingMicrosoft Officestatistical toolsanalytical and problem-solving skillsfintech

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

mid

Posted

4/13/2026

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