Production Engineer

Overview

Production Engineer at Nouryon, a global team dedicated to developing innovative and sustainable solutions for customers across industries. Your role will focus on optimizing plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and quality production.

• Act as a technical resource for operations, enhancing plant performance and unit profitability.
• Diagnose and resolve deviations in unit performance, documenting root causes and driving solutions.
• Lead cost‑reduction initiatives while maintaining high quality and safety standards.
• Provide training and guidance to team members, supporting production goals.
• Respond urgently to unit issues and emergencies, serving as the unit technical expert during unplanned events.
• Maintain compliance with plant operating permits and safety policies.
• Control procedure and documentation, from SOP creation to change management via MOC processes.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analysis for assigned units.

• B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years of production experience in a chemical facility.
• Experience in a union environment and supervisory skill managing a team of operators.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and leadership abilities.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Must wear steel‑toed shoes and safety glasses when entering the plant.
• Knowledge of plant processes, equipment, products, and site practices.
• Proficiency with SAP.

Hiring salary range: $88,000 – $125,600 (potential to increase based on qualifications and experience). Eligible for annual bonuses.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off, and company holidays.