Process Improvement Professional II

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POSITION REPORTS TO: 

Plant Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW 

A Process Improvement Professional / Chemical Engineer is responsible for directing and controlling several distinct chemical processes in accordance with defined policies and procedures which they may develop.  Must have a thorough knowledge of the chemistry and equipment associated with each process and can suggest and implementing equipment and process changes.  Responsible for equipment design/changes, procedural safety, quality, cost, waste reduction, and process training.  May also manage and train a new engineer in the above areas.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Analyze process reliability and develop and implement process changes to improve these metrics and   measures.
• Write and modify batch sheets (Production) for assigned processes for new or existing products detailing in adequate detail the processing step and key process and safety parameters to ensure process reliability and capability while following established procedures.
• Submit recommendations for process changes or equipment modifications to improve manufacturing methods.
• Review all equipment preparation procedures prior to major maintenance, freeze thaw, or equipment modifications.
• Provide 24-hour assistance on emergency situations, start-ups, scale-ups, production difficulties, etc.
• Maintain Technical Files for products and processes.  This includes, but is not limited to, the PHA, MOC, and PSM processes.
• Maintain all necessary records on assigned processes such as quality, yield, productivity, cost, and reliability.
• Improve product capability (CPK) of assigned products within process areas and investigate and implement corrective action on out-of-control products.
• Develop corrective and preventive action for processing failures in the areas of off-quality, late orders, and complaints.
• Respond to Quality Audits by promptly and effectively completing action requests.
• Understand quality requirements and see that requirements are met in assigned areas.
• Generate cost improvement and focused improvement projects within assigned process areas and elsewhere as feasible and report progress periodically. Must be able to quantify cost, safety, or quality improvements in these projects.
• Prepare and maintain training schedule and proper guidance for management and production trainees and help in coordinating the training, so that trainees may develop in the manner designed.
• Responsible for process safety, process quality, and environmental compliance/implementation projects.
• Ensure process PSM requirements are met.
• Actively participate fully in plant safety program/process.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in relevant or similar field and setting
• Ability to communicate and interact with multiple levels within an organization as well as outside vendors.

 SKILL REQUIREMENTS 

• Communication skills – verbal, written, and group presentations
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work in a fast-paced environment
• Analytical/problem-solving skills
• Leadership or management experience
• Strong problem solving skills
• Experience in chemical manufacturing

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