Process Engineer - Technology Development

Avantor is looking for a Process Engineer to be

responsible for all phases of small-scale assigned process

improvement projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all

phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost. The

Process Engineer will assist in feasibility studies and

implementing process improvements and will create necessary

documentation and aides in communication to personnel. This role

will be a full-time position based out of our Paris, KY office. The

Process Engineer reports directly to the VP, North America

Manufacturing. He / she interfaces with both management and union

personnel from various levels. They also work closely with

manufacturing, understanding the processes and the cause-and

effect-relationship of the manufacturing cycle. Bachelor’s Degree

in Chemical Engineering or a related field required. Minimum of two

(2) years of experience working in a chemical manufacturing

environment preferred. Knowledge of basic problem-solving tools

(DMAIC) and lean manufacturing concepts (kanbans, kaizen, 5S)

desired. General knowledge of chemistry and high purity chemical

processing / engineering, and microelectronic applications required.

Knowledge of OSHA, NFPC, HazWoper, and other governmental

regulatory requirements (e.g., Strong competency in Microsoft

Office, specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word. Demonstrated

complex problem solving expertise and application of SPC tools and

implementation. Working knowledge and experience in distillation

and separation purification technologies, chemical synthesis unit

operations, process control, environmental control systems, and

clean manufacturing. Working knowledge of financial / cost systems

and standard operating procedures process. Knowledge of FDA, cGMP,

ISO 9000 and applicable state and federal environmental

regulations. Interfaces with Engineering, Maintenance, R&T, and

other clients; participates in routine communication between each

of these groups and the business driving continuous improvement

projects while providing clear technology direction and operational

production support. Collaborates with Production Leadership,

Procurement and external vendors to implement / lead business

improvement plans. Accountable for product quality, safety,

non-conforming product disposition, process throughput, waste

minimization, training / skill usage of hourly employees, yield

improvement, investigation and reduction of production variances

for identified products / processes. Accountable for tracking process

reliability, developing corrective action reports and complaint

responses, implement process improvements and corrective actions.

Works in conjunction with all plant engineering disciplines,

R&T and customers to support new products and new manufacturing

technology platforms in operations. Directs contractors and hourly

employees to monitor processes, collect data, install equipment and

make process modifications. Develops and implements metrics to

monitor and improve process safety, performance of equipment,

processes, and / or overall product quality trends to reduce process

variability. May develop, design and implement capital projects to

support plant initiatives. Provides timely and effective data

analysis, root cause analysis, corrective and preventative action

execution in response to process trends or out of control data

points, or any other issues as they arise with platinum-level

customer products. Leads multi-functional process capability

improvement, MOC and validation efforts. The work environment is a

manufacturing facility, and the appropriate PPE will be required in

designated areas. It enables medical devices that help a little boy

hear his mom's voice for the first time. We are committed to

helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and

inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support

your career growth and success. We are an Equal

Employment / Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal

Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex,

gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed,

national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran

status, or any other characteristic protected by federal,

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