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HiFyve

Process Technologist

Green Bay, WI

$90K/yr

Full benefits package About the Role This role supports product and process development from R&D ... Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field (or equivalent experience) * 3-6 years of dairy ...

Kimberly-Clark

Process Engineer

Neenah, WI

... scientific analysis, and project management. * Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized as an effective subject matter expert in advanced process development and documentation. * Carry out all ...

Kimberlyclark

Process Engineer

Neenah, WI

... scientific analysis, and project management. * Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized as an effective subject matter expert in advanced process development and documentation. * Carry out all ...

Kimberly-Clark Corporation

Process Engineer

Neenah, WI · On-site

... scientific analysis, and project management. * Develop knowledge and skills to be recognized as an effective subject matter expert in advanced process development and documentation. * Carry out all ...

HotRun Inc.

Process Technician

Milwaukee, WI

$30 - $42/hr

Scientific Process Development: Establish and maintain robust "decoupled" molding processes (Scientific Molding) to ensure consistent part quality and cycle time optimization. * Technical ...

HotRun Inc.

Process Technician

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$30 - $42/hr

Scientific Process Development: Establish and maintain robust "decoupled" molding processes (Scientific Molding) to ensure consistent part quality and cycle time optimization. * Technical ...

HotRun Inc.

Process Technician

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

Scientific Process Development: Establish and maintain robust "decoupled" molding processes (Scientific Molding) to ensure consistent part quality and cycle time optimization. * Technical ...

Ahlstrom

Process Engineer

Kaukauna, WI · On-site

Own and implement continuous improvement projects including process development, capital project ... Bachelor's Degree in Paper Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience * Minimum of 2 years ...

htna

Principal Process Engineer

Milwaukee, WI

Conduct robust scientific studies to quantify root causes, then implement or take appropriate ... developmental career path or technical operations. * Engage through situational awareness by ...

Illumina, Inc.

Sr Biochemistry Scientist

Madison, WI · On-site

$92K - $126K/yr

You are the Senior Biochemistry Scientist Illumina is looking for in joining our Test Method ... Work closely with Quality Control, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Process Development, and ...

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How much do process development scientist jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for process development scientist in Wisconsin is $39.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.65 and $46.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges faced by Process Development Scientists when scaling up from lab experiments to full production?

Process Development Scientists often encounter challenges when transitioning processes from the laboratory to large-scale production. These can include maintaining product quality and consistency, optimizing yields, and ensuring that processes are cost-effective at scale. Addressing equipment differences, process variability, and regulatory compliance are also common hurdles. Collaboration with engineers, manufacturing teams, and quality assurance professionals is essential to successfully navigate these challenges and achieve scalable, robust processes.

What is a Process Development Scientist?

A Process Development Scientist is a professional who designs, develops, and optimizes processes for manufacturing products, typically in industries like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, or chemicals. Their work involves scaling up laboratory procedures to full production, improving efficiency, ensuring quality, and meeting regulatory standards. They collaborate with research, engineering, and manufacturing teams to implement new processes or refine existing ones. Process Development Scientists play a critical role in bringing new products from the research phase to commercial production while maintaining safety and compliance.

What does a process development scientist do?

A process development scientist designs, optimizes, and scales up manufacturing processes for products such as pharmaceuticals or chemicals. They analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure processes meet quality and regulatory standards, often using tools like statistical software and laboratory equipment. Their work supports efficient, reliable production and continuous process improvement.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Process Development Scientist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Process Development Scientist, you need a background in chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering, supported by at least a bachelor’s (often master’s or PhD) degree and experience in laboratory research. Familiarity with analytical instrumentation (such as HPLC, GC, and mass spectrometry), process modeling software, and relevant regulatory standards is crucial. Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help drive innovation and coordinate with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure the efficient development and scale-up of robust, safe, and cost-effective processes in pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing environments.
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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Badger Meter

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$102K - $132K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Badger Meter rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Badger Meter - Where Every Drop Counts and So Do You

At Badger Meter, we're more than a leading global water technology company - we're innovators with a mission: to preserve and protect the world's most precious resource. For over 120 years, our trusted solutions have enabled our customers to optimize the delivery and use of water, maximize revenue and reduce waste.

Every employee at Badger Meter is an important part of our success. Here, your work doesn't just move a business forward - it shapes a more sustainable future. We are committed to building a workplace where we celebrate differences, empower voices, and encourage fresh ideas that drive innovation.

When you join us, you'll find:

  • Purpose-driven work that makes a real difference in communities around the globe.

  • Career growth and development opportunities designed to help you achieve your potential.

  • A supportive, inclusive culture where collaboration and creativity thrive.

Be part of something bigger. At Badger Meter, your contributions will ripple far beyond the workplace - creating lasting change for people and the planet.


What You Will Contribute:

We're seeking a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer to serve as a technical leader in developing, validating, and optimizing manufacturing processes. This role plays a key role in leading and advancing structured engineering systems, improving process performance, and ensuring consistent, scalable results across operations.

You'll lead complex process development initiatives, drive high-impact projects, and help define best practices in process validation, control, and continuous improvement-while mentoring engineers and supporting production performance.

This role operates within a structured engineering system focused on formal process validation, defined control limits, and data-driven execution to deliver consistent, repeatable performance. It is heavily focused on injection molding and requires the ability to develop, validate, and stabilize processes in a dynamic production environment.

What You'll Do

Engineering Systems & Process Standardization

  • Define, implement, and continuously improve structured engineering systems for process development, validation, and control
  • Establish standard methodologies for process window development, documentation, and data-driven decision making
  • Ensure consistent application of engineering practices across programs and teams

Process Development & Validation

  • Lead complex process development, mold validation, and troubleshooting activities
  • Develop robust, data-driven process windows that ensure repeatability and stability
  • Align validation outcomes with production-ready process definitions
  • Lead structured validation activities to define process windows and ensure processes are capable across expected operating ranges
  • Apply scientific molding principles to establish and validate process windows

Process Stability & Problem Solving

  • Provide technical leadership in resolving complex molding issues, including process instability, variation, and production disruptions
  • Apply structured, data-driven root cause analysis to improve quality, yield, and efficiency
  • Ensure processes operate within validated process windows and defined control limits to maintain stability, repeatability, and consistency across production.
  • Work within defined process control frameworks rather than relying on trial-and-error adjustments, using structured methods to diagnose and correct process variation

Project Leadership & Continuous Improvement

  • Lead cross-functional engineering projects (e.g., scrap reduction, cycle time improvements, capability expansion)
  • Support capital equipment decisions, tooling strategy, and manufacturing investments
  • Drive continuous improvement efforts and ensure solutions are sustained and standardized
  • Provide technical input during quoting and new program planning to define process capability, approach, and risk

Mentorship & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Mentor and develop engineers, reinforcing strong engineering discipline and execution
  • Partner with Production, Tooling, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure process capability and alignment
  • Provide hands-on technical support during critical launches, trials, and production disruptions, stepping in to stabilize processes and restore performance when needed

What You Bring

  • 7+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience
  • Strong expertise in process development, validation, and troubleshooting
  • Proven ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams
  • Analytical, data-driven mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
  • Experience mentoring or developing technical talent

Preferred: Experience in plastics or injection molding is strongly preferred. However, candidates with related manufacturing backgrounds-such as machining, castings, or other complex process environments-are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Competitive Total Rewards at Badger Meter:

  • Competitive Pay

  • Annual Bonus

  • Eligible for Annual Pay Increases

  • Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage

  • 15 days Paid Time Off + 11 Paid Holidays

  • Two Ways to Save for Retirement: Badger Meter contributes 25 cents for every dollar you contribute to the plan, up to 7% of your eligible compensation. In addition to the match, the company will also contribute 5% of your eligible compensation to your Defined Contribution account on an annual basis.Additional access to a certified financial planner to help ensure your money is working for you, at no cost!

  • Employer Paid benefits including: Employee Assistance Program (EAP),Basic Group Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, and more

  • Educational Assistance - Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250

  • Voluntary benefits including: Additional Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Accident and Critical Illness coverage

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)options

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Applicants can learn more about their rights regarding equal opportunity in employment by viewing the federal "EEO is the Law" poster and the "EEO is the Law" poster supplement at http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm

Badger Meter complies with all aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local disability laws. This means that we will reasonably accommodate qualified employees with a disability if accommodation would allow them to perform the essential functions of their job, unless doing so would create an undue hardship.

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