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IPS Engineer

Ingredion


Job Location:

North Kansas, MO - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 84400 - 112533
Posted: 3 September 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 1 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it youve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate your pets food the paper you write on and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience theres a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.


TITLE: IPS Engineer

LOCATION: North Kansas City

REPORTS TO:Manager IPS
Workplace Type: Onsite

Ingredion is hiring an IPS Engineer who will be part of a great team of Operations Excellence/Continuous Improvement and responsible for leading the continuous improvement process providing technical support including process studies problem-solving and process optimization. Lead the implementation sustainability and improvements of the Ingredion Performance System (IPS).

What you will do:

  • Support implementing the CI/IPS management system and other CI/IPS related activities while ensuring the sustainability of Management System tools like routine dashboards OEE measurement and other routine indicators.

  • Deliver Management System training that includes concepts tools and deliverables to achieve awareness and facilitate CI/IPS adoption and cultural change.

  • Help establish a baseline of main KPIs and support the leadership team during target setting according to regional financial and functional goals.

  • Maintain an improvement plan/project portfolio (Safety Quality Service Cost Reduction etc.) through gap analysis to recommend process improvements to drive target achievement and organizational effectiveness.

  • Support diverse cost reduction productivity enhancement and Safety/Quality improvement targets for the plant (PDCA LSS Kaizen etc.).

  • Act as a liaison between the manufacturing plant and production technology (IT) team

  • Support the plant team to achieve their Sustainability goals using CI tools.

  • Participate in regional and local Manufacturing Excellence and CI team regional meetings to identify new practices for the plants success.

  • Evaluate new technologies and ideas and seek approval for new concepts to improve the efficiency and capability of the process the safety of the facility and improve product quality.

  • Help drive implementation of digital solutions and reporting.

  • Facilitate Kaizen events Ideation workshops RCA studies and other CI activities that support plant performance enhancement.

  • Leverage analytical and problem-solving skills to support plant management in the identification of key success drivers and execution of improvement objectives.

  • Lead/act as a change agent to achieve continuous improvement and a focused culture through collaboration with all business and functional units in the region to ensure alignment of improvement initiatives.

  • Work collaboratively with the Plant leaders to multiply knowledge in CI methodologies and act as a changing agent for the culture.

  • Support employee training in the proper application of Continuous Improvement and IPS concepts.

  • Coach and mentor plant teams/ individuals to ensure the successful completion of IPS implementation and CI activities

Your profile needs these qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in mechanical industrial chemical or manufacturing engineering.

  • Knowledge of digital systems including OEE integrated action tracking and KPI reporting.

  • Advanced knowledge of Microsoft tools such as PowerApps PowerBI and Power Automate preferred.

  • Experience in Process/Industrial Engineering

  • Experience working in and supporting lean management systems

  • Experience implementing OEE electronic paperwork or other digital process improvement solutions.

Youll need these skills to be successful.

  • Demonstrated self-starter with strong leadership skills and a high degree of integrity.

  • Utilization of data and facts to articulate the need for change and build commitment from others.

  • Organization prioritization and decision-making.

  • Communicate effectively.

  • Ethics and corporate values.

  • Result-driven with urgency.

  • Deliver our strategy.

  • Proactive innovative and a strong will to succeed.

  • High discipline in routine execution.

Why Join Ingredion

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

  • Total Rewards Package Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success.

  • Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support Health long-term savings and resources for your physical mental and emotional well-being.

  • Flexible Work Arrangements We value flexibility to support you both professionally and personally.

  • Career Growth Learning training and development opportunities including tuition reimbursement.

  • Employee Recognition Program A culture of real-time appreciation with personalized recognition rewards globally.

  • Employee Discount Program Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products services and travel.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race color religion age gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry handicap or disabilitymental or physicalmarital status sexual orientation veteran status disability resulting from military service or any other classification protected by law (protected classifications). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicants accommodation needs.

Ingredion uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation Available:

No

Pay Range:

$84400.00-$112533.33 Annual

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.


Required Experience:

IC


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