The Process Engineer role is responsible for evaluating processes and configuring manufacturing systems to improve operating capability and sustainability while maintaining all applicable safety and reliability standards; to develop best practices within the production process; to research and propose new equipment or equipment modifications. 

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with production and support personnel to develop and optimize process settings and document as Standard Operating procedures (SOP).
• Utilize engineering principles and data analysis to reduce variation in manufacturing processes, thereby improving operating efficiency in various parameters - rates, yields, downtime, cost, etc.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process improvement.
• Develop innovative solutions; research and recommend new manufacturing technology.
• Assist in training personnel in proper and safe operation of equipment.
• Formulate hypothesis and recommend tests to prove theories.
• Work with the technical department to document product set points and process settings.
• Assist Technical department with line trials.
• Complete project work as assigned; write capital project scopes, work with equipment designers and manufacturers, obtain bids, etc.

 Skills and Qualifications:

• Problem Solving – methodically work to establish root cause of process variation
• Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and lean manufacturing - Standardized Work, 5S, TPM, etc.
• Background in statistical process controls.
• Excellent communication skills - professional and effective interaction across all levels of personnel with the organization.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite, PLC platforms, HMI, etc.
• Self-motivated with drive to accomplish various tasks under minimal supervision.
• Flexibility to work off shift to accommodate Production support needs.

 

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3-5 years' experience as a process engineer, preferably in continuous or semi continuous processing industry.

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