Job Description
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Under the direction of the Pebble Plant Engineering Supervisor, the Process Engineer provides technical support and drives continuous improvements in manufacturing process capability, capacity and productivity at the site to ensure safe and optimal process utilization. Implements capital and expense projects within scope, cost, time, and safety standards.
You will have the opportunity to: - Identify, recommend, and implement improvements in plant performance to optimize product volume, yields and quality in accordance with business needs.
- Gather and evaluate data, utilizing statistical techniques to improve process capability and/or identify root causes of problems, and implement improvement opportunities.
- Work with operators and technicians to troubleshoot process issues and develop solutions.
- Serve as a technical expert on matters of both chemical processing and Environmental, Health and Safety matters.
- Manage both large and small projects to improve safety, quality, performance, or cost.
- Develop plant Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for process and equipment operation.
- Provide training as required to manufacturing personnel in relevant manufacturing processes.
- Ensure plant permitted emission control devices are operating in accordance to manufacture specifications.
- Analyze process data to understand and improve manufacturing process control.
- Interpret P&IDs and technical drawings.
- Identify opportunities and undertake efforts to improve the safety of the manufacturing facility
REQUIREMENTS: - BS in Chemical Engineering from an accredited college or university.
- Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering considered along with recent manufacturing experience.
- 5+ years preferred, entry level may be considered
- Familiarity with lab equipment and experience safely working in a chemical laboratory
- Highly self-motivated and self-directed.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Ability to work in a team environment that supports chemical manufacturing processes.
- Experience with a DCS and PLCs is a plus.
Salary range: $81,000-$98,000*
*The salary range listed is a guide for this position and may vary depending on experience, education, geographic location, and other qualifications. The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's individual merits and the company's compensation policies.
The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR). The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion's determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion's business requirements. Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the "Company") is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the Company. Please inform the Company's personnel representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Materion's Veteran Employee Resource group supports veterans and promotes the benefits of hiring veterans in the workplace. We honor all those who have served and are a military friendly company. Veterans are encouraged to apply and military experience and skills are transferrable to Materion careers. Please provide complete information. An incomplete application may affect your consideration for employment.
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