Kemira East Chicago , IN 46312
Posted 2 weeks ago
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water intensive industries. For more than 100 years, our chemistry has advanced human progress and quality of life. We call it chemistry with a purpose, better every day.
At Kemira, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive and make a difference.
Learn more about Kemira at www.kemira.com/careers.
We are now looking for an experienced Process Engineer, to join our I&W Manufacturing Coagulants team. This position will be located at our East Chicago, IN plant. Working closely with Plant Manager; Production Supervisor and Lead Maintenance Mechanic, this role supports the optimization of plant processes with the goal of maximizing throughput and enhancing product quality. The role provides process engineering support including process design, project management, improvement and troubleshooting. This role also champions process safety and assists with environmental regulatory reporting and compliance.
In this Role you'll be responsible for:
Safety & Compliance
Assist in technical calculations related to compliance reporting
Promote a safety oriented culture
Monitor and improve continuous and batch chemical process
Continuously update standard operating procedures
Report any processes and equipment problems, including night and weekend monitoring
Create reporting of key production metrics for the site management team
Develop a thorough knowledge of all processes and equipment
Create a training bible for all plant processes
Work with external contractor to update all process P&ID's
Troubleshoot problems
Work to reduce costs through improving quality and productivity
Responsible to execute PSSR's, MOC's, and PHA's on an as needed basis.
Utilize fully integrated IT business system (SAP) in all processes
Issue maintenance work requests and work orders
Supervise production personnel
Tain, evaluate, and review performance of production personnel
Develop or mold practices to improve productivity
Supervise loading and unloading of trucks and rail
Other duties as assigned.
What you'll bring to the team:
4 year bachelor's degree, preferably in Chemical Engineering
Minimum of 3 years' experience in a chemical manufacturing environment with a working knowledge of plant technical process flows and operations, including progressive track record. (Process Engineer, Production Engineer, etc.)
Information technology skills with advanced knowledge of MS Excel and ERP SAP
Superior interpersonal skills
Requires overall knowledge of chemical processing equipment, plant processes, environmental guidelines, and state, federal and local employment law
What you can expect from us:
Great Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
A job that helps you increase your abilities and skills in various areas.
Employment in a stable company with an established position in the market.
An attractive benefit package.
A great, multicultural and positive working environment.
Ready to create better every day? Join Kemira!
For more information, please contact reynaldo.marierose@kemira.com by email or by phone at 1-470-407-0586.
Please apply with CV/Resume at Kemira.com/careers.
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