Our client, chemical manufacturing is seeking a Process/Production Engineer to join their team. As a Process/Production Engineer, you will be part of the operations organization supporting production goals. The ideal candidate will have strong process engineering and troubleshooting skills, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to translate R&D processes into reliable, high-performing production operations.
Job Title: Process/Production Engineer
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
What's the Job?
- Apply engineering expertise to analyze data for trends and identify process and operational improvements that strengthen product quality, yields, and cost performance.
- Optimize existing processes and improve process control by driving enhancements that support energy efficiency and overall operational effectiveness.
- Serve as the manufacturing lead for the introduction and/or relocation of new manufacturing processes, ensuring smooth transitions from development to production.
- Conceive, design, and install small and medium-size capital projects, including hands‑on execution and technical oversight.
- Establish systems to gather and monitor process data, using root cause analysis techniques and creative alternatives to confirm modifications deliver the desired results.
What's Needed?
- Degree in Chemical Engineering.
- Experience in production/process engineering and design experience in a chemical manufacturing plant.
- Experience in process design and improvement, including process troubleshooting and debottlenecking to improve efficiency, capability, and safety.
- Experience in separation techniques and operations, especially liquid/liquid separation (e.g., distillation, decantation, etc.).
- Experience in reaction chemistry (synthesis) and kinetics, plus new product development experience including scale up from lab to pilot plant and to commercial scale.
What's in it for me?
- Opportunity to lead manufacturing process introductions and relocations, translating technical work into real operational outcomes.
- Chance to improve process control and performance through data-driven optimization and root cause analysis.
- Role that combines engineering design, troubleshooting, and documentation—so your technical impact is visible and measurable.
- Responsibility for training and mentoring chemical technicians, helping build capability and safety understanding across the team.
- Collaborative environment working closely with operators, maintenance, project engineering, contractors, administrative support, and R&D personnel.
Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account
- Health Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Business Travel Insurance
- 401(k), Plus Match
- Weekly Pay
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