Manufacturing Technology Engineer

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The Manufacturing Technology Engineer will provide day-to-day technical expertise for many of the unit operations at the site, take ownership of process problems, identify, and implement process improvements, and lead teams and/or projects for longer-term growth and improvements.  An integral part the MT Engineer role will be in supporting the site's PSM program by leading a PSM Technology element.

Responsibilities:

* Identify and lead improvement projects to increase process capacity and reliability, improve product quality, increase yields, and reduce manufacturing costs

* Assist Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving

* Provide technical expertise for the chemical processes at the site

* Respond to process issues and drive solutions to minimize impact to manufacturing.

* Lead PSM Technology Element(s) and assist with other elements as needed

* Lead implementation of new processes and/or capital projects for the site

* Provide basic data for capital projects and provide resourcing support (e.g. development, commissioning, start-up, training)

* Develop, and ensure adherence to, standard operating procedures, best practices, and safety protocols

* Accountable for complying with all EH&S regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines.

* Leadership and participation in all safety related programs and an active champion in driving excellence in the site's safety performance

* Provide off shift support for continuous operations

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical or Electrical Engineering, major from an ABET accredited institution.

* GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.

* Minimum of 6 months of paid co-op or internship equivalent experience in your engineering discipline/major.

* Willingness to be on-call for plant area support when required.

* Legal right to work in the United States without employment restrictions.

Demonstrated abilities:

* Application of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements

* Data driven decision making; root cause failure analysis

* Strong communication skills, both written and oral

* Self-initiative, a motivated self-starter that can work independently

* Ability to handle multiple tasks and a high-volume workload with shifting and competing responsibilities

* Demonstrated strong project management skills

* Demonstrated strong teamwork and networking skills

Desired qualifications:

* 2 years of professional experience

* Experience using data to drive improvements in OEE, capacity release, cycle time, productivity, material efficiencies, cost, and quality

* Knowledge or background using SPC tools, TrakSYS, or similar tools to drive improvements in the process

* Understanding of process control systems including batching and PLC systems

* Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge and RCFA to diagnose, troubleshoot, solve, or assist others to solve equipment and/or process issues

* Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

* Demonstrated knowledge of key PSM Technology elements such as Process Hazards Analysis, Process Safety Information, Management of Change-Technology, PSSR

Demonstrated abilities:

* Application of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements

* Data driven decision making; root cause failure analysis

* Strong communication skills, both written and oral

* Self-initiative, a motivated self-starter than can work independently

* Ability to handle multiple tasks and a high-volume workload with shifting and competing responsibilities

* Demonstrated strong project management skills

* Demonstrated strong teamwork and networking skills

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