Process Engineer

About the role

The Midfield Group, a privately‑owned Australian livestock company, is seeking a Process Engineer to drive manufacturing and processing performance. You will focus on process optimisation, operational efficiency and continuous improvement across our production facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Improve and optimise production processes to increase efficiency, throughput, quality and reduce waste.
• Monitor and analyse key performance metrics such as output, downtime, yield and OEE to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support production teams with process troubleshooting and day‑to‑day operational issues.
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and problem‑solving tools.
• Support commissioning and optimisation of new equipment and process changes.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, process documentation and control procedures.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Quality and Projects to improve plant performance and reliability.
• Ensure compliance with food safety (HACCP), quality, WHS and environmental standards.
• Prepare reports and recommendations to support operational decision‑making.

Required profile

• Degree qualification in Engineering (Process, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or related discipline).
• Experience as a Process Engineer or similar role in manufacturing, food processing, FMCG or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement, problem solving and operational optimisation.
• Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety, quality and continuous improvement practices.

Required skills

• Lean tools
• Root cause analysis
• OEE analysis
• Process optimisation
• SOP development

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package reflecting the role’s responsibilities.
• Employee benefits including discounts on banking, travel insurance, health & fitness, home appliances and local retailers.
• Opportunities for career progression within a global organisation.
• Safe and supportive work environment with an Employee Assistance Program.
• On‑site canteen, free parking, staff discounts, monthly staff BBQs and an annual flu vaccination program.