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Roquette logoRoquette

Pilot Plant Supervisor

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$82k–$95k/yr

Senior$1.3B raised

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers a…

Skills: Pilot plant operations, Process development, Scale-up, Equipment maintenance, HSE compliance

McCormick & Company logoMcCormick & Company

LAB TECH II

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$30/hr

Entry level$2.0B raised

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick empl…

Skills: Compounding, Flavor formulation, Organoleptic evaluation, Data recording, Laboratory sanitation

OSI Group logoOSI Group

General Utility - First Shift (Packaging)

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$22/hr

Entry level

Job Responsibilities Communicate with Operators to maintain a continuous flow of material and no shortages. Supply continuously the required components or ingredients to the production department assigned. Ensure materia…

Skills: Forklift operation, Pallet jack operation, Microsoft Office Suite, Inventory management, Safety compliance

Amsted Automotive logoAmsted Automotive

Cost Accountant

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$80k–$90k/yr

Mid level

Manage, reconcile, and audit inventory, while supporting month-end closing and providing actionable data on material, labor, and overhead. Assist in preparation of reports. Regularly perform special assignments of accoun…

Skills: Cost Analysis, Variance Reporting, Inventory Control, Month-End Closing, Journal Entries

McCormick & Company logoMcCormick & Company

Utility Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

Senior$2.0B raised

You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team. McCormick empl…

Skills: Troubleshooting, Mechanical Skills, Electrical Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance

MSI Express logoMSI Express

Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

Job Description: Job Type: Full-time Competitive Starting Rate: $19.00 per hour Benefits: Health insurancePaid time offDental InsuranceVision Insurance401K Matching ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY: The Machine Operator is…

Skills: Machine operation, Warehouse equipment maintenance, Quality control, Troubleshooting, Production efficiency

MSI Express logoMSI Express

Group Coordinating Lead - Production (2nd Shift)

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level

Job Description: Job Type: Full-time Competitive Starting Rate: $21.00 per hour Benefits: Health insurancePaid time offDental InsuranceVision Insurance401K Matching PRIMARY PURPOSE: The lead works at the direction of the…

Skills: Production line support, Equipment troubleshooting, Warehouse operations, Food safety compliance, Quality control

FASTSIGNS® logoFASTSIGNS®

Graphic Designer/Production Specialist

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$22/hr

Entry level

FASTSIGNS 104101 is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer to join our team! Qualifications Create computer-generated full-color graphics and/or vinyl output that can be printed and mounted to a substrate or weeded, cut…

Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Graphic Design, Large Format Printing, Vinyl Output, Layout Design

FASTSIGNS® logoFASTSIGNS®

Graphic Designer/Production Specialist

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$18/hr–$22/hr

Entry level

Benefits: Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Competitive salary Flexible schedule FASTSIGNS 104101 is hiring for a Full-time Graphic Designer to join our team! Qualifications Create computer…

Skills: Adobe Illustrator, Graphic design, Sign shop operations, Large format printing, Vinyl cutting

Roquette logoRoquette

Account Manager

Geneva, Illinois, United States · Hybrid

$125k–$170k/yr

Senior$1.3B raised

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. Want to help us make a difference? Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers a…

Skills: Account Management, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, CRM Proficiency, Strategic Account Planning

MSI Express logoMSI Express

Administrative Assistant I

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$22/hr

Mid level

Job Description: Competitive Pay Rate: $20.00-$22.00 per hour Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Health Insurance Paid Time Off Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401K Schedule: 1st Shift Position Overview: As an Administrativ…

Skills: Administrative Support, Office Management, Data Entry, Meeting Coordination, Travel Management

Clarios logoClarios

Controls Engineer

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

Mid level$750M raised

What you will do Under minimal supervision, responsible for the continuous improvement of plant processes and equipment including design and PLC program changes, mechanical and electrical documentation, Six Sigma variati…

Skills: PLC Programming, Ladder Logic, AutoCAD, Solidworks, Robotics Programming

Bravida Medical logoBravida Medical

Production Team Associate - 2nd Shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$20/hr

Entry level

TITLE: Production Team Associate LOCATION: Geneva, IL SHIFT & HOURS: Monday- Friday 2:30pm - 11:00pm Hiring Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr Click here to view our 2026 Benefits Guide POSITION SUMMARY: Bravida Medical is hiring a …

Skills: Manufacturing, Equipment Operation, Shipping and Receiving, Inventory Control, Quality Assurance

Amsted Automotive logoAmsted Automotive

Sorter 1st Shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$15/hr–$20/hr

Entry level

WHO WE ARE We're a team where everyone has a stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). This means you share in the company's achievements and growth. We put our team members first by prior…

Skills: Visual Inspection, Forklift Operation, Manual Dexterity, Data Entry, Quality Control

Hearthside Food Solutions logoHearthside Food Solutions

Sanitation Technician I- 2nd Shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

Entry level

What We Offer: We offer a competitive wage and wide array of benefits including: • health/dental/vision insurance • retirement plan • flex spending accounts • short & long-term disability • paid …

Skills: Industrial Cleaning, Sanitation Procedures, SOP Compliance, Equipment Maintenance, Safety Compliance

Amsted Automotive logoAmsted Automotive

Senior Process Engineer

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$124k–$157k/yr

Senior

Amsted Automotive, Burgess-Norton division is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to support manufacturing and process engineering initiatives across our global operations. This role is responsible for driving…

Skills: Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Centerless Grinding, Statistical Process Control, Analytical Problem Solving

Amsted Automotive logoAmsted Automotive

Senior Process Engineer

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$124k–$157k/yr

Senior

Amsted Automotive, Burgess-Norton division is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to support manufacturing and process engineering initiatives across our global operations. This role is responsible for driving…

Skills: Process Engineering, Manufacturing Capability Analysis, Project Management, Grinding Operations, Automation

Amsted Automotive logoAmsted Automotive

Machine Operator

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$39k–$53k/yr

Mid level

Objective: Perform duties to operate, set-up and troubleshoot Sinico machinery. WHAT YOU'LL DO Independently set up, operate, and troubleshoot Sinico machines. Maintain inventory control for all tooling. Complete any nec…

Skills: Machine Operation, Troubleshooting, Tooling Inventory Control, SPC Methods, Recordkeeping

Lineage logoLineage

High Reach Operator-2nd shift

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$19/hr–$32/hr

Entry level$11B raised

2nd shift hours: Monday-Friday 4PM-12:30AM Use stand-up reach forklift to move products, equipment, and materials while following all regulatory and company safety standards, policies, and procedures. KEY DUTIES AND RESP…

Skills: Stand-up Reach Forklift Operation, RF System Usage, Pallet Management, Inventory Recording, Equipment Maintenance

Lineage logoLineage

Maintenance Technician

Geneva, Illinois, United States · On-site

$21/hr–$36/hr

Entry level$11B raised

Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00am - 1:30pm Join Lineage – The World’s Leading Temperature-Controlled Logistics Company At Lineage, innovation and efficiency drive everything we do. We are seeking a Maintenance Tech…

Skills: Preventative Maintenance, MHE Repair, Mechanical Troubleshooting, Hydraulic Systems, Electrical Systems

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Pilot Plant Supervisor

Roquette

Geneva, Illinois, United States • On-site

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  • $82k–$95k/yr
  • Full-time
  • bachelor degree, high school, associate degree
  • Posted 1d ago
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Pilot Plant Supervisor manages daily operations, including experimental trial execution, equipment maintenance, and facility oversight. They also lead health, safety, and environmental compliance while supervising staff and collaborating with R&D teams on process scale-up.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Engineering with at least 2 years of experience, or a High School Diploma/Associate degree with at least 5 years of industrial food processing experience. Strong technical expertise in pilot-scale equipment and knowledge of safety and regulatory frameworks are required.

Full job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

The Role:

We are looking for our next R&D Pilot Plant Supervisor to join our R&D Team.

Roquette is a leader in plant-based ingredients, dedicated to innovation and excellence. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced R&D Pilot Plant Supervisor to join our dynamic team. This role is crucial in driving our research and development efforts to new heights, ensuring we remain at the forefront of technological advancements.

As the R&D Pilot Plant Supervisor, you will be responsible for the day to day operations of our pilot plant facility including set-up, execution, and clean-up of experimental trials, ongoing and preventative maintenance of pilot equipment, managing of pilot related external services (janitorial, pest control, etc.), and providing ideas for continuous improvement. Additionally, you will be responsible for overseeing the Health, Safety and Environmental activities as well as the Food Quality program for the Americas R&D team.

This role will report directly to the Process Development Team Lead.

This is on-site position located in Geneva, IL.

Compensation:

The current salary range for this role is estimated to be $82,000-$95,000. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What You’ll Do:

Pilot Plant Operations Management:

  • Responsible for the day-to-day operations of our pilot plant facility including set-up, execution, and clean-up of experimental trials according to the weekly pilot plant schedule.
  • Ensure experimental runs are executed safely and according to protocols and timelines.
  • Monitor equipment and process performance and troubleshoot operational issues.
  • Ensure pilot plant operates (materials, labor, maintenance) within allotted budget.
  • Track and optimize resource utilization (raw materials, energy, equipment time).

Process Development & Scale-Up:

  • Translate R&D concepts into scalable processes.
  • Collaborate with scientists and engineers to optimize processes, recipes, or production methods.
  • Identify risks in the pilot plant operations.
  • Validate process reproducibility and robustness.

Equipment & Facility Oversight:

  • Maintain pilot plant equipment, contacting equipment vendors or contractors when needed, including preventative maintenance and calibration.
  • Plan and supervise modifications or upgrades to pilot plant infrastructure.
  • Work with process development engineers on new equipment design or acquisition.
  • Manage utilities (steam, water, compressed air, etc.) critical for operations.

Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) Compliance: (engineering degree needed)

  • Enforce strict safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA, GMP, etc.).
  • Conduct risk assessments (HAZOP, safety reviews).
  • Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions.
  • Train staff on safe operating procedures and emergency protocols.

Team Leadership & Training

  • Supervise future state pilot plant technicians and co-ops.
  • Provide hands-on training for experimental procedures and equipment use.
  • Schedule staffing and ensure adequate coverage for trials.
  • Foster a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Experiment Planning & Execution

  • Collaborate with R&D teams to plan pilot trials.
  • Ensure accurate execution and adherence to experimental design according to operating parameters, and success criteria.
  • Adjust conditions in real time based on observations or data.

Data Collection, Analysis & Reporting

  • Collecting and recording accurate process data.
  • Ensuring data integrity and traceability.
  • Providing operational observations and trial summaries.
  • Supporting engineers and scientists with the information needed for analysis.
  • Assist in technical reports summarizing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintain proper documentation for traceability and compliance.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety, and quality.
  • Implement new technologies or methodologies.
  • Support innovation initiatives and experimentation capabilities.

What You’ll Need:

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field (+2 years of experience)
  • High School Diploma or Associate Degree with minimum 5 years of industrial food or ingredient processing experience

Additional beneficial skills

  • Strong chemical/process engineering knowledge (or relevant field), experience operating food equipment in a GMP environment is a plus.
    • Hands-on technical expertise with pilot-scale equipment
    • Leadership and team management skills
    • Problem-solving and troubleshooting ability
    • Knowledge of safety and regulatory frameworks
    • Excellent communication across technical and operational teams

Work Environment

  • This role spends approximately 30% of the time in an office environment and 70% of the time in the pilot plant environment.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

  • This is a full-time position. Days and flexible hours of work are required to meet project, manufacturing and business demands.

AAP/EEO Statement

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com

Related keywords

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About Roquette

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Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life.

Industry
Manufacturing
Company size
10,001+ employees
Founded
1933
Headquarters
Lestrem, Hauts-de-France
LinkedIn followers
119,678
Total funding
$1.3B

Roquette is a global leader in sustainable plant-based solutions, driving innovation and strong partnerships that are shaping the future of nutrition, health, and bioindustry. The company harnesses natural resources such as wheat, corn, seaweed, and cellulose to craft high-performance ingredients used in everyday foods, oral medications, advanced biopharmaceuticals, and a range of bio-based products. A family-owned company with over 90 years of expertise and 11,000 employees, Roquette serves clients in over 150 countries and is committed to creating lasting value for customers, patients, consumers, and society. Together, we turn the potential of nature into the essentials of life.

Offices: 1, Rue de la Haute Loge, Lestrem, Hauts-de-France 62136, FR · 2211 Innovation Dr, Geneva, Illinois 60134, US · 1550 Northwestern Ave, Gurnee, Illinois 60031, US · Route du Rhin, CS 20004, Beinheim, Grand Est 67930, FR · 61, Avenue des Lilas, CS 20805, Vecquemont, Hauts-de-France 80800, FR

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There are currently 71 open manufacturing positions in Geneva, IL listed on Clera. New openings are added daily as companies post roles.

Which companies are hiring for Manufacturing roles in Geneva, IL?

Companies currently hiring include Amsted Automotive, Hearthside Food Solutions, MSI Express, Lineage, Roquette, among others. Browse the listings above to see every active employer.

Are there remote or hybrid Manufacturing jobs in Geneva, IL?

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