Lead Production Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing

Action Group; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Group is seeking an experienced Production Engineer to support daily operations in our chemical manufacturing facility in Oklahoma. You will optimize production processes, improve equipment reliability, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background, hands-on leadership experience, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of chemical processing equipment, manufacturing operations, and production systems.
• Experience with equipment troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and preventive maintenance.
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to analyze production data, perform engineering calculations, and identify process improvements.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Production & Engineering SupportProvide technical engineering support for daily chemical processing and manufacturing operations.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, product quality, and yields.
• Perform material balance calculations, analyze production data, and evaluate process performance.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), production instructions, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical input for capital improvement projects and equipment upgrades.
• Preventive Maintenance & Equipment ReliabilityCollaborate with maintenance teams to develop and improve preventive maintenance programs.
• Identify equipment reliability concerns and implement solutions to reduce downtime.
• Coordinate maintenance activities to minimize production interruptions.
• Ensure operators are properly trained in equipment inspections, basic troubleshooting, and safe operating procedures.
• Production Supervision & LeadershipSupervise production operators and ensure daily manufacturing goals are achieved.
• Coordinate shift schedules, staffing, and operational resources.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to production personnel.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous employee development.
• Ensure proper training on new equipment, processes, and operating procedures.
• Safety, Quality & Regulatory ComplianceMaintain compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) programs, HAZOP studies, and Management of Change (MOC) procedures.
• Participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and corrective action planning.
• Ensure accurate production records, batch documentation, and inventory reporting.
• Investigate quality concerns and implement improvements to maintain product consistency.
• Continuous ImprovementIdentify opportunities to reduce waste, improve production efficiency, and increase equipment reliability.
• Support process optimization and operational improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, quality, and operations teams to achieve production objectives.
• Assist with operational planning, budgeting, and long-term process improvements.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Action Group is seeking an experienced Production Engineer to support daily operations in our chemical manufacturing facility in Oklahoma. You will optimize production processes, improve equipment reliability, troubleshoot issues, and ensure safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The ideal candidate has a chemical engineering background, hands-on leadership experience, and a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement across the plant.