Process Engineer: Chemical Manufacturing & Process Optimization

Polyventive; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Polyventive in Northwest Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing across multiple facilities. You will lead process improvements, scale-up new products and drive safety, quality and cost reductions through data-driven decisions.

The role requires collaboration with Operations, EH&S, R&D and Purchasing to maximize asset utilization. Qualifications include a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in chemical manufacturing, and knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with chemical manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience designing and scaling processes; ownership of productivity and capital projects.
• Six Sigma Black Belt and Lean Manufacturing preferred.
• Direct experience in chemical plant batch operations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA, Hazmat and EPA Compliance & Regulations.
• Excellent computer and quantitative ability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a change agent within the Operations team.
• Drive process improvements in efficiency and safety.
• Conduct experiments, data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Lead projects addressing optimization and constraint removal.
• Prepare technical reports and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Drive asset utilization and scale-up of new products.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce costs.
• Partner with EH&S and Plant Managers to advance safety culture.
• Develop and maintain operating procedures.
• Manage plant costs to budget.
• Participate in Incident Reporting, GEMBA and 5S programs.

Skills

Process Engineering

Continuous Improvement

Scale-up

Project Management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Safety Compliance

Data Analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Polyventive in Northwest Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to support manufacturing across multiple facilities. You will lead process improvements, scale-up new products and drive safety, quality and cost reductions through data-driven decisions.

The role requires collaboration with Operations, EH&S, R&D and Purchasing to maximize asset utilization. Qualifications include a BS in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in chemical manufacturing, and knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean.