Plant Optimization Engineer – Safety, Cost & Growth

Nouryon; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 88,000 - 125,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Nouryon is seeking a Production Engineer in Morris, Illinois, to focus on optimizing plant operations and ensuring safe, efficient production. Your role includes acting as a technical resource, diagnosing performance deviations, and leading cost-reduction initiatives while supporting production goals.

The ideal candidate will need a B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years’ experience in a chemical facility. Benefits include annual bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of production experience in a chemical facility.
• Experience in a union environment and supervisory skills.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical resource for operations.
• Diagnose and resolve deviations in unit performance.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining quality.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

Leadership

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Job description

Nouryon is seeking a Production Engineer in Morris, Illinois, to focus on optimizing plant operations and ensuring safe, efficient production. Your role includes acting as a technical resource, diagnosing performance deviations, and leading cost-reduction initiatives while supporting production goals.

The ideal candidate will need a B.S. degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years’ experience in a chemical facility. Benefits include annual bonuses, medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.