Production Engineer

Westlake Chemical; Deer Park (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Westlake Chemical in Deer Park, OH is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to monitor, troubleshoot and optimize production processes to meet safety, environmental, quality and production objectives.

You will work with the unit manager, production supervisors, and cross-functional teams to improve operating efficiency and implement improvements. The role requires a Bachelor's in Chemical Engineering and at least 2 years' experience; TWIC card and background screening are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 2 years in process or production engineering.
• Candidates must pass background screening and TWIC card requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor day-to-day operation of the unit to minimize costs and maximize production.
• Assist in troubleshooting process problems, mechanical failures, and customer complaints.
• Support implementation of improvements and changes with project teams.
• Develop and update P&IDs, JSAs, GOIs, and emergency procedures.
• Provide general plant support and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

SUMMARY

The engineer will be responsible for the monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing the production processes to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective operations are achieved to meet health, safety, environmental, quality and production objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor day-to-day operation of entire unit to minimize costs and maximize production.
• Assist in performing engineering trouble-shooting of process problems, mechanical failures, and customer complaints.
• Help in carrying out directions of Unit Manager or Production Superintendent to ensure Company policies and procedures are followed.
• Support studies to improve operating efficiency, profitability, quality, safety, and to solve operation problems.
• Work with the Project Departments in the implementation of improvements and changes.
• Work with the Unit Manager and Production Supervisors when needed for process problems, environmental, safety or employee problems.
• Assist in developing and updating P&ID’s, JSEA’s and GOI’s and Emergency Procedures.
• Work on assigned projects.
• Help provide general plant support.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Perform the primary thinking encompassed by this job description.
• Comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Fully supports Company goals of continuous improvement and operational excellence at strategic and tactical levels including reviewing area of responsibility for improvement opportunities to initiate projects or communicate ideas to management as well as active participation on project teams.
• Any additional responsibilities or tasks as assigned.
• Perform duties in a manner that protects personal safety as well as the safety of others.
• Promptly report Safety, Health or Environmental issues or incidents to management.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering with 2 years experience in process or production engineering
• Strong problem solving, organizational & communication skills (written & oral)
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work well with people at all levels in the organization
• Successful candidates must satisfy background screening, including motor vehicle record screening, drug testing & pre-employment physical requirements before starting work.
• A current, valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card is required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Team leadership and project management skills
• Manufacturing experience in an OSHA 1910.119 PSM facility is preferred
• Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing experience would be advantageous

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

Westlake is a global manufacturer and supplier of materials and innovative products that enhance life every day. Headquartered in Houston, with operations in Asia, Europe and North America, we provide the building blocks for vital solutions — from housing and construction, to packaging and healthcare, to automotive and consumer. For more information, visit the company's web site at www.westlake.com. Westlake (NYSE: WLK) is a global diversified industrial company that manufactures and supplies essential products that enhance the daily lives of people around the globe. Our products, now under a One Westlake brand, supply the necessary building blocks for everyday products across housing and infrastructure, packaging and healthcare, and automotive and consumer goods. Consumers gain the benefits of materials Westlake produces in products such as food packaging, medical devices, soaps and detergents, car interiors, fashion, toys, shoes, furniture, electronics, siding, stone veneer, windows, outdoor living, roofing, and pipe & fittings. Westlake is proud to contribute to driving a sustainable future through the creation of essential products that are Enhancing Your Life Every Day®. To view other career opportunities at Westlake and our family of companies, visit https://westlaketalent.com