Manufacturing Technology Engineer

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 

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Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical or Mechanical, 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 

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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

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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