Improve Process Engineer

Lubrizol Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

401(k) match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Parental leave

Flexible work environment

Learning and development

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Lubrizol Corporation is seeking an Improvement Process Engineer to drive process and technology improvements that enhance manufacturing performance and safety. You will lead cross-functional efforts to optimize unit operations and implement robust, compliant systems.

You will collaborate with the Center of Excellence, Operations, EH&S, and Maintenance to prioritize opportunities, manage FEL projects, and champion process safety throughout all designs while guiding technology selections and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• 4+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process improvement, or production engineering.
• Proven ability to leverage technology and optimization to improve operational performance.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and strong problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including gap closure and project scope definition, to enhance unit performance and reliability.
• Evaluate and prioritize process improvement opportunities using production loss accounting data and analytics.
• Partner with Center of Excellence (CoE), Operations, EH&S, and Maintenance teams to define and execute improvement plans aligned to business objectives.
• Guide projects through Front-End Loading (FEL) phases, serving as the manufacturing representative to ensure operational excellence and readiness.
• Champion process safety in all project designs, ensuring robust, safe, and compliant manufacturing systems.
• Integrate cross-functional input to ensure optimal technology selection and operability in capital and improvement projects.
• Ensure strong communication and coordination between project teams and plant operations to maintain technical integrity.
• Lead new product trials within the plant, ensuring successful implementation and operational transition.
• Maintain accountability for the technical integrity and operability of supported production units.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Planning and organization

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

Job description

At Lubrizol, as an Improvement Process Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, driving process and technology improvements that optimize manufacturing performance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, including gap closure and project scope definition, to enhance unit performance and reliability.
• Evaluate and prioritize process improvement opportunities using production loss accounting data and analytics.
• Partner with Center of Excellence (CoE), Operations, Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S), and Maintenance teams to define and execute improvement plans aligned to business objectives.
• Guide projects through Front-End Loading (FEL) phases, serving as the manufacturing representative to ensure operational excellence and readiness.
• Champion process safety in all project designs, ensuring robust, safe, and compliant manufacturing systems.
• Integrate cross-functional input to ensure optimal technology selection and operability in capital and improvement projects.
• Ensure strong communication and coordination between project teams and plant operations to maintain technical integrity.
• Lead new product trials within the plant, ensuring successful implementation and operational transition.
• Maintain accountability for the technical integrity and operability of supported production units.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process improvement, or production engineering.
• Demonstrated success in leveraging technology and process optimization to improve operational performance.
• Strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels and functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong planning, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change initiatives.
• Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset and strong problem-solving capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.
• Flexible work environment.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Career and professional growth.
• Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement.

Work environment may include standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods; working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE; use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment; occasional lifting or movement of materials; adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards.

Nearest Major Market: Paducah