Production Process Engineer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60601, USA

Listing for: MRINetwork

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-01

Job specializations:

Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Engineering
Process Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Chemical Engineering, Quality Engineering

Production Engineer

Responsibilities

Develop and implement production procedures as required

Troubleshoot production quality problems and implement corrective actions as required

Initiate and/or implement process improvement projects and prepare capital budget needs for assigned processes

Day to day interaction with hourly force within assigned production units

Perform training for both salary and hourly personnel as required

Oversee MOC process as it relates to the tasks of the position

Will serve as plant production manager in the absence of the current manager

Responsible for maintaining the Safety and Health standards.

Qualifications:

Minimum B.S. Chemical Engineering
3 or more years of experience in chemical plant unit operations.

E.g. reactions, heat transfer, size reduction, and bulk solids transfer
Experience in managing capital projects start to finish.
Must be able to develop PFDs, P&IDs, plant energy and material balances
Good understanding of the hazards of materials such as natural gas, industrial solvents, lubricants etc.
Knowledge of continuous improvement techniques is a plus

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

A leading international producer of specialty ingredient solutions is seeking to hire a Production Engineer for their plant in Chicago. If you're looking for an environment that inspires creativity, offers opportunity for growth and a culture that supports diversity and inclusion, this may be the place for you. This person will support day to day operations and provide technical support including troubleshooting, process improvement, manage projects and maintain PSM compliance.

Will fill in for the Operations Manager in their absence. Company offers a full range of benefits including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance along with 401K savings plans. Relocation assistance within the region is available.