Production Engineer

Job Type: Full-time / On-site

Shift +

Hours:

1st Shift

As a Production Engineer you will be at the forefront of our innovation, driving specialty chemical solutions forward. You will collaborate with a diverse group of passionate individuals to deliver sustainable solutions to advance mobility, improve wellbeing, and enhance modern life.

You will act as a technical resource for batch chemical manufacturing operations running a 24/7 schedule, providing engineering support to help operational work teams run safe, efficient, environmentally compliant, and reliable operations.

In this role, you will:

• Provide subject matter expertise to the ADVA & Oilkemia units with respect to technology, equipment, and process control – may involve interaction outside of normal business hours
• Own batch sheets, process instructions, batch programming and process controls
• Support the Process Safety Management program, including the MOC process, PHA participation and action item closure, maintenance of standard operating procedures, and development of Process Safety Information
• Work with other technical roles and plant personnel to meet business and plant goals in safety, productivity, quality, and cost
• Assist in troubleshooting and facilitate training of operating personnel in troubleshooting skills
• Collaborate with Reliability, Maintenance, and Process Improvement teams to resolve issues, identify improvement opportunities, and leverage best practices
• Lead and contribute in root cause investigations for safety, quality, and reliability events
• Manage off-spec materials and disposition plans
• Lead and support targeted process and productivity improvement teams
• Understand and apply Statistical Process Control (SPC) technology
• Understand and close unit asset utilization and operational performance gaps

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical or mechanical preferred)
• Minimum 4 years of operational experience within a chemical plant
• Strong communication skills, able to communicate clearly across multiple levels of an organization
• Familiarity with data analysis techniques and software
• Knowledge of lean and continuous improvement concepts/tools

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
• Knowledge of SAP
• Programming experience with Delta V
• Experience with polymerization chemistry

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
• Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
• Occasional lifting or movement of materials
• Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
• 401(k) match + age‑weighted defined contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave