Chemical Process Engineer – Vehicle Coatings & Efficiency

Torrey Holistics; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to guide coating-system processes on the production floor.

You will troubleshoot, test, and optimize procedures to improve batch quality, efficiency, and safety within the Operations Department. Responsibilities include designing tests, upgrading layouts, coordinating multiple initiatives, and collaborating with suppliers to meet standards.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related engineering field (required).
• 3+ years of experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar role (preferred).
• Proven organization and ability to manage multiple projects at once (required).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint (preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot equipment and process control systems to boost batch quality, cut costs, strengthen reliability, and support quality programs.
• Design and run tests on new and existing production procedures; translate findings into improved standards.
• Plan, organize, and manage workflows and resources to meet demand.
• Improve facility layouts, production lines, machine operations, and network performance for maximum efficiency.
• Remove production barriers and resolve delays with urgency.
• Coordinate and facilitate multiple efficiency initiatives through to realized, quantified benefits.
• Develop your capabilities while executing small capital projects from business case to startup.
• Engage vendors to define specifications, procure equipment/materials/parts, and evaluate products to quality standards.
• Work with in-house maintenance and external contractors to complete repairs and enhancements.
• Assess space and workflow needs; design equipment and workspace layouts for top productivity.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Process optimization

Project management

MS Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nippon Paint Automotive Americas Inc. is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to guide coating-system processes on the production floor.

You will troubleshoot, test, and optimize procedures to improve batch quality, efficiency, and safety within the Operations Department. Responsibilities include designing tests, upgrading layouts, coordinating multiple initiatives, and collaborating with suppliers to meet standards.