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The Chemical/Production Engineer supports all production related activities by developing and
implementing ideas that result in improved performance in safety/environmental, quality, production
cost control, material yield and process operability. The Production Engineer will fill in as department
manager when needed.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Monitor process performance and identify process control and quality control problems and
develop implement ideas for eliminating problems, reducing cost, improving operability and
yield
Maintain a safe work practices and make all reasonable efforts to comply with PSM and all other
company policies and regulations affecting the safety and health of our employees and the
environment
Provide technical support for preparation, startup and optimization of new or revised
production processes
Assist in the development and future revision to Standard Operating Procedures and ensure
compliance
Communicate regularly and openly with operators, technical support and management to
report or resolve conditions affecting safety, quality, environmental or efficiency of the unit.
Provide training to production personnel as required
Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities:
Proven ability to use communication skills to build relationship with process operators
Excellent time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Solid understanding of engineering science/chemical processes
Understanding of safety and environmental compliance as well as general knowledge of ISO
9001 and 14001 standards
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Ability to gain trust and commitment from all levels of the organization to effectively run day to
day operations
Applied knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques
Demonstrated ability to solve highly technical problems
Some travel required ~ 10% (internationally & domestically)
Direct experience with the use of spreadsheet and database software to compile, analyze, and
present data
Familiarity with process improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, lean manufacturing)
Ability to execute tasks with minimal oversight
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite specifically Word and Excel
Familiarity with CAD and SAP

Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering
Masters' Degree in chemical engineering a plus
Five+ years' experience in a production, research or design environment; or an equivalent of
education and experience
Professional Engineer License a plus