Production Engineer, Catalyst

Clariant SE; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

PTO with carry-over

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Program

EAP Program

Savings Accounts

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Auto/Home Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Legal Services Plan

Job summary

Clariant is seeking a Production Engineer, Catalyst to support our PPCAT facility in Louisville, KY. You will manage production line performance and provide technical expertise to improve process reliability, product quality, cost efficiency, and environmental, safety, and health performance.

Reporting to the Process Engineer Manager, you will collaborate with plant teams to solve operational challenges, standardize processes, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or related field.
• 2+ years of production or process-improvement experience; catalyst experience not required.
• Understanding of chemical processing equipment (pumps, filters, distillation columns, dryers); controls systems experience a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and advanced computer skills.
• US work authorization now or in the future; no sponsorship available.

Responsibilities

• Support daily performance of production lines; troubleshoot process/equipment with operations to ensure safe, reliable production.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and Clariant policies; participate in risk assessments and corrective actions.
• Initiate and evaluate process/product modifications via MOC; support trials and investment projects.
• Improve FPQ, address process abnormalities, support investigations and corrective actions for quality concerns.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and operating procedures; train operators on procedures and changes.
• Lead cross-functional improvement to enhance production performance, cost efficiency, quality, safety, and environment.
• Apply Clariant Excellence and Lean Six Sigma to track KPIs and implement improvements.
• Champion plant management systems and ISO standards; reinforce SOPs.

Skills

Process improvement

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional collaboration

Process documentation

Operations troubleshooting

Pumps/distillation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Tools

Control systems (SCADA/PLC)

Microsoft Office / data analysis

Job description

Job ID: 41867 | Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA | Expected Salary Range*: $82,602.00 - $110,136.00 | Work Model: Onsite

Clariant is seeking a Production Engineer, Catalyst to support our PPCAT facility in Louisville, KY. In this role, you will manage production line performance and provide technical expertise to improve process reliability, product quality, cost efficiency, and environmental, safety, and health performance. Reporting to the Process Engineer Manager, you will collaborate with plant teams to solve operational challenges, standardize processes, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Support daily performance of assigned production lines, troubleshooting process and equipment issues with operations teams to maintain safe, reliable production.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and Clariant policies; lead or participate in risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
• Initiate and evaluate process and product modifications through the Management of Change (MOC) process, supporting trials and investment projects.
• Improve First Pass Quality (FPQ), address process abnormalities, and support investigations and corrective actions related to customer quality concerns.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and operating procedures; support operator training on procedures and process changes.
• Lead collaborative improvement efforts to strengthen production performance, cost efficiency, quality, safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection.
• Apply Clariant Excellence and Lean Six Sigma tools to track performance indicators and implement measurable process improvements.
• Champion plant management systems, including applicable ISO standards, and reinforce consistent use of established operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field.
• More than two years of production and/or process improvement experience, including hands-on implementation of improvements in chemical manufacturing; catalyst experience is not required.
• Demonstrated understanding of chemical processing equipment, including pumps, filters, distillation columns, and dryers; controls systems experience is a plus.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to navigate differing perspectives and build productive relationships; knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and advanced computer skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship now or in the future; sponsorship is not available for this position.

What´s in it for you?

• Paid Holidays
• PTO time with a carry-over benefit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Program
• EAP Program
• Spending and Savings Accounts
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Auto/Home Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Legal Services Plan
• *Includes base salary and annual incentive bonus; final offer based on skills, experience and internal equity.

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.
At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status ,age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

Clariant Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected class as established by law.

We at Clariant are aware of our responsibility. Our purpose »Greater chemistry – between people and planet« describes the role we can play in the world if we align our thinking and all future decisions with it.