Improve Process Leader

Lubrizol Corporation; Calvert City (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

401(k) match

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

A global chemical manufacturer is seeking an Improve Process Leader to drive process improvement initiatives within their facility. In this role, you will lead technology planning, implement specific technology plans, and ensure project performance aligns with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, a minimum of 5 years' engineering experience in a chemical plant, and proven leadership capabilities. This position offers competitive pay and a performance-based bonus structure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as an engineer within a chemical plant.
• 3+ years leadership experience managing cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement efforts across the site.
• Develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans.
• Ensure validation of project performance objectives.

Skills

Process optimization

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

BS Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time/On-Site

How You’ll Make an Impact

As an Improve Process Leader, you'll lead our process improvement efforts and partner with our facility’s leaders to identify, prioritize and implement those as both Capital and Expense projects. You will optimize our processes through technology and process projects as well as Most Effective Technology (MET).

• Lead technology planning and strategy supporting site and global business through Improve Process work stream.
• Develop and implement Plant Specific Technology Plans in alignment with the Global Technology Plan including data collection, gap analysis, idea generation, prioritization, improvement project implementation, and review of results.
• Monitor and measure implementation of the technology plans at the site.
• Provide input for improvement of work practices and priorities using plant and improvement project data.
• Interface with the business and participating in business plan technology development.
• Work with the center of excellence to set priorities for MET definition needs.
• Coach and direct on goals and plans for Improvement Engineers.
• Ensure validation of project performance objectives after implementation.
• Serve as a technology and data-driven change agent.
• Accountable for the safety, productivity, quality and overall effectiveness of the maintenance and reliability workforce.
• Create an environment that allows team and individual empowerment to grow and flourish. Models expected behaviors for an empowered organization.
• Ensure the maintenance and reliability discipline and standards are in place to produce quality products and meet customer needs.
• Lead plant personnel on role expectations, compensation and personal development.
• Champion use of Management of Change (MOC) process for changes, modifications, deletions to equipment, materials, parts, and related maintenance and reliability.

Required Qualifications that Enable Your Success

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• 5+ years experience as an engineer within a chemical plant.
• 3+ years leadership experience through leading/managing cross-functional teams.
• Proven record of leveraging technology and process optimization.
• Experience communicating a Vision for establishing and maximizing value from process optimization.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and goals.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels and departments at the site.
• Strong planning, organization, and presentation skills.
• Strong influencing ability.
• Self-Driven and goal oriented.

Preferred Qualifications that Drive you Forward

• BS Degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
• Completion of a leadership development program.
• Project implementation and management experience.
• PMP.

Your Work Environment

• Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.
• Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided.
• 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.

Benefits that Empower You

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans.
• 401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave.