Production Engineer

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• Provide process guidance to process Technicians.
• Provide daily technical support to operations personnel and collaborate to investigate process deviations
• Identify and scope projects that improve safety, environmental and reliability
• Monitor and test processes and products found in all phases of production
• Daily monitoring of process conditions using available tools – ability to use data to make needed changes to improve efficiency
• Develop and implement safety procedures for staff working with hazardous materials
• Design, plan and implement the layout of manufacturing equipment to optimize production and decrease costs
• Review and document changes in operating procedures.
• Train shift personnel on changes of procedures and work instructions.
• Assist in plant shutdown, start-up and turnaround planning and related activities.
• Document and investigate violations of company policy, standard operating procedures and work practices and take appropriate corrective action.
• Complies with all Safety Procedures.
• Available to work extended hours during turnarounds and process upsets
• Ensures maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with Shintech policies and procedures.
• Indicates necessary actions when equipment mechanical problems arise.
• Improves work efficiency working with the Operations.
• Manages and supports all emergent and urgent work within their area of responsibility
• Communicates to Operations and Maintenance personnel daily, as required.
• Manages and optimizes overall spending within their area.
• Tracks progress of work in their area and documents lessons learned for future process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Posting

Location : Plaquemine

Classification : Exempt

Position

Production Engineer

Reports To

Department Manager

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Required

Qualifications and Experience :

Chemical Engineering Degree.

3-5 years' experience of manufacturing or related military experience.

Mechanical aptitude and ability.

Preferred

Masters Engineering or Management.

Self-motivated, able to perform with minimal supervision.

Ability to work within a team environment – understands role and purpose in the overall team.

Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.

High commitment to work processes, procedures, and systems.

Detail minded and delivers quality work products.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment

Shintech Louisiana provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Chemical Manufacturing

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