Unilever Careers: Chemical Engineering Job | Apply Now for Process Development Role
Are you looking for a Process Development Job in Mumbai with a leading global FMCG company? This opportunity at Unilever Careers is ideal for professionals seeking a Chemical Engineering Job in Research & Development. The Process Development Executive role at Mumbai HURC focuses on scale-up, manufacturing technology, process optimization, and digital analytics. Candidates with industrial manufacturing experience and expertise in process development can apply to build a strong career in innovation and sustainable product development.
About Unilever
Unilever operates in more than 190 countries, with billions of consumers using its products daily. Through Unilever Careers, professionals get the opportunity to work on globally recognized brands while contributing to innovation, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing systems. The organization promotes inclusive growth, digital transformation, and strong research capabilities, making it an excellent platform for candidates seeking a Chemical Engineering Job in process development and manufacturing excellence.
- Job Title: Process Development Executive
- Location: Mumbai HURC
- Job ID: R-1171260
Responsibilities
- Develop a sound understanding of scale-up principles, in-depth knowledge of manufacturing technology, and material-process-product interactions.
- Develop and define processing routes and operating conditions for new formulations, adhering to all product, process, environmental,and occupational safety standards of Unilever in all stages.
- Give processing inputs to various stakeholders in the cluster and SC using Technology Transfer documents/ Process transfer Packages. Develop process specifications, align with receiving teams, and implement at manufacturing facilities.
- Execute scale-up of formulations from bench to pilot scale. Execute the manufacturing of the product for consumer testing and stability testing for the selected process route.
- Provide technical inputs to global and/or regional businesses for project risk assessments.
- Execute main plant trials through cross-functional teams, analyze outcomes, and communicate results and impact on the business.
- Lead problem-solving and troubleshooting activities in manufacturing around quality, cost, and efficiency.
Digital Skills
- Contribute to the overall development of the group, embracing the digital agenda.
- Analyse products and data from pilot and main plant scale to gain process insights and develop digital tools/ Models.
- Working Knowledge around Statistics/ SPC – Design of Experiments
Required Professional skills Behavioral Skills
- Managing and prioritizing multiple programs across brands and product types to ensure delivery on aggressive timelines.
- Ability to react quickly to changes in priority as project timelines and focus move as the business requires.
- Should be willing to travel frequently to factories across the globe for extended time periods.
- Proactive attitude, team player
- An analytical mindset for Troubleshooting.
- Statistics/ SPC – Design of Experiments, JMP
- Excellent communication skills / Presentation skills
- Project management and leadership skills
- Digital Awareness and Competency.
- Hands-on experience with PFD and PROMPT (for internal Candidates)
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering.
- At least 2 Years of industrial experience in a manufacturing industry, including any experience in Unilever. (Chemicals, fertilizers, Pharmaceutical, FMCG, Paints preferred)
- People with at least 1 Year of experience in a process development role are preferred.
- Experience in data mining, capture, DOE, JMP, and analytics for problem solving and modelling will be an advantage.
- Computer-literate and digitally savvy.
