Production Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Are you an experienced Production Engineer looking to obtain a position in Pasadena, Texas ? Are you detail-oriented and enjoy working collaboratively with a team? We are looking for a motivated Production Engineer who can bring expertise and experience to our organization. This position will provide opportunities for you to fully utilize your skills, all while adding value to an exceptional company!

The Company

Trecora specializes in manufacturing high-purity hydrocarbons, specialty petrochemical products, and synthetic polyethylene waxes. In addition to our product lines, we offer custom processing services. We operate multiple facilities across the United States, with our headquarters located in The Woodlands, Texas where this position is based.

The Position

The Production Engineer is responsible for supporting and optimizing chemical manufacturing processes by identifying areas for improvement, resolving production issues, ensuring equipment reliability, and maintaining compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency, implement best practices, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

• Identify and resolve issues during production to ensure smooth and continuous operations.
• Evaluate current processes to drive improvements in efficiency, cost, and product quality.
• Design, implement, and oversee new or modified chemical manufacturing processes.
• Apply lean manufacturing and industry best practices to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Lead investigations into equipment downtime, process deviations, safety incidents, and quality concerns to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability, and recommend upgrades or modifications as needed.
• Develop and maintain safety protocols in alignment with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements.
• Ensure all production processes and equipment meet relevant safety, quality, and environmental regulations.
• Establish and maintain quality control systems to ensure product consistency and compliance.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to support efficient production.
• Maintain accurate documentation of production data, process changes, and safety information.
• Analyze production metrics, create technical reports, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Provide hands-on technical support and training to production staff on process standards and troubleshooting.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements : Qualifications

Desired Skills and Competencies

Apply today and tell us why you would be a good fit for our Production Engineer position!

Trecora is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status established by federal, state, or local laws.