Process Engineer: Optimize Chemical Manufacturing

Ergon, Inc - Refining & Marketing; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Resinall Corp., an Ergon company, seeks a Process Engineer at its Hattiesburg, MS facility to improve overall process efficiency in manufacturing. You will implement process changes based on lab studies, SPC data, lab results, and historical data to optimize output and plant performance.

You will work with raw materials, analytical techniques, lab and manufacturing equipment, and train employees on processing issues while helping to improve overall process flow.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 1 year in the chemical processing industry or relative co-op experience.

Responsibilities

• Review SPC and SQC data to recommend process changes.
• Work to improve formulas, streamline production, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitor throughput and kettle utilization efficiency.
• Monitor, troubleshoot and optimize unit operations with respect to safety, quality, environment and economics.
• Initiate changes in manufacturing processes and formulas.
• Troubleshoot problems with production batches.
• Coordinate re-occurring meetings with Area Supervisors to focus on continuous improvement and areas of concern.
• Develop plans for recycling RMV, off specification, and rework material into production batches.
• Study and document batch times and recommend improvements.
• Be available during off-hours for technical assistance.
• Recommend process equipment changes and evaluate potential equipment modifications.
• Design equipment and develop processes for manufacturing.
• Provide cost estimates and justification for process improvement projects. Manage the installation and start-up for these projects.
• Assist with updating Manufacturing Procedures.
• Apply principles of chemical engineering to solve safety and environmental concerns.
• Taking an active role in the Management of Change Process (MOC).

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Resinall Corp., an Ergon company, seeks a Process Engineer at its Hattiesburg, MS facility to improve overall process efficiency in manufacturing. You will implement process changes based on lab studies, SPC data, lab results, and historical data to optimize output and plant performance.

You will work with raw materials, analytical techniques, lab and manufacturing equipment, and train employees on processing issues while helping to improve overall process flow.