Production Engineer - Chemicals

The Production Engineer executes work in compliance with their ZERO EHS Impact Philosophy. The Production Engineer is responsible for partnering with cross-functional teams in the implementation of production improvements programs to optimize production.

Production Engineer Functional Role

• Ensures EHS compliance and continuous improvement in EHS performance
• Provides technical support for Production troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root cause analysis of process issues
• Provides training on and leads advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving processes
• Works collaboratively with Quality on chemistry related issues & method formulation improvements
• Works cooperatively with site engineering to develops project scopes and process engineering packages for new installations and retrofit of facilities
• Provides technical input for maintenance of raw material usage standards ( SAP bill of materials); drives analysis and continuous improvement of raw material utilization ( yield performance).
• Provides analysis of equipment time utilization ( OEE) and drives continuous improvement.
• Responsible for functional safety execution for assigned processes including process hazard analysis ( PHA), Layers of Protection Analysis ( LOPA), Management of Change ( MOC), Pre-Start-up Safety Reviews ( PSSR), and completion of Corrective and Preventative Actions ( CAPA).
• Provide technical support to basic process control systems ( DCS) to optimize process performance and functionality for the operator. Activities may include: loop-tuning, alarm management, and small configuration tasks.
• Assist production department with creation and maintenance of standard operating procedures ( SOPs)
• Leads or assist in the incident and near miss investigation processes to mitigate risk or resolve
• Supports the development of KPIs and goals aligned with the PPMC; monitors KPI performance to identify support needs in addressing performance gaps
• Prepare technical progress reports on active projects and initiatives
• Satisfies all Corporate Quality Requirements and ISO9001 Quality Management System
• Practices Responsible Care 14001 through active participation in the Responsible Care Management System and adhere to the Guiding Principles of Responsible Care 14001

Drive a Culture of Continuous Improvement

• Partners to drive LEAN/Six Sigma, continuous improvement of processes and operations for increased productivity and efficiency ( Operational Excellence)
• Actively participates in a culture of continuous improvement through collaborative engagement and by providing suggestions in meetings and trainings to improves processes and systems
• Ensures work is accomplished through defined, measured, and continuously improved work processes; proactively identifies and leverages best practices

Education and Experience:

• BS of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, or demonstrated equivalency
• 2- 5 years engineering experience in a chemical plant
• Experience in batch, semi-batch, and continuous processing & controls
• Chemical engineering knowledge including, but not limited to, an understanding of fluid transport, heat transfer, filtration, reaction kinetics, general process equipment
• High level of initiative and energy