SUMMARY:
This position provides technical support of assigned production units to corporate, plant management, and hourly workforce as well as performs liaison duties between production units, engineering and maintenance. The Production Engineer will also support daily activities of hourly employees to ensure work is done safely and downtime is minimized.

DUTIES:
Monitor the process, support operations, promote safety and lead process improvement initiatives
Update SOP’s and manage engineering documentation
Develop and report monthly performance metrics
Prepare capital budget and projects for assigned processes
Perform root cause analysis of process deviations and ensure follow-up on action items
Participation in the Process Improvement Teams as necessary
Work with plant team to achieve plant objectives
Participate in investigations and the implementation of corrective actions to all customer complaints
Evaluate production results/troubleshoot quantity and quality problems and implement corrective actions as required
Track, calculate, and communicate production performance metrics, including but not limited to RFT and OEE
Audit production databases daily for accuracy and completeness
Oversee MOC process as it relates to the tasks of the position

REQUIREMENTS:
Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
Experience preferred in chemical plant unit operations (reactions, heat transfer, size reduction, and bulk solid transfers)
Phosphates manufacturing chemistry is a plus
Good organizational, written and verbal communication skills including technical writing ability
Strong computer skills including Word, Excel, and fully conversant with all Microsoft Office applications
Experience in managing capital projects (up to $100k); timelines, scheduling, installation, and deliverables review
Ability to efficiently manage contractors, service suppliers, and vendors to accomplish business objectives
Must be able to develop plant energy and material balances
Must be able to read and develop PFDs and P&IDs
Must have a good understanding of plant economics
Good understanding of the hazards of materials such as natural gas, industrial solvents, lubricants, as well as the need for protection of the environment and basic knowledge of permit requirements
Conceptual understanding of Good Manufacturing practices and Management of Change
Knowledge of SPC techniques is a plus
Knowledge/experience in reaction kinetics and process furnace operations is a plus
Basic knowledge of laboratory analytical techniques is a plus
Must have a strong commitment to safety