Production Process Control Engineer

Johnson Matthey Plc; Easttown Township (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Wellbeing Programs

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc seeks a Production Process Control Engineer in Pennsylvania to optimize process parameters, improve cycle times, reduce waste and downtime, and ensure customer specifications are met.

The role collaborates with Maintenance, Quality, and Process Engineering teams, leading Lean projects and implementing new technologies while maintaining strict safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with statistical methods for data analysis.
• Strong mechanical, analytical, and technical skills.
• 2+ years Production and/or Catalyst Manufacturing experience.
• 1+ years batch process experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all local environmental & health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Lead efforts to optimize process parameters to improve cycle times, minimize rejects, avoid waste and reduce downtime.
• Interact with Maintenance, Washcoat, Quality, Process Engineering, and Automation teams to solve process/equipment problems.
• Support the implementation of new technologies through new procedures and training of personnel; pursue continuous improvement.
• Responsible for immediate actions to ensure products meet customer specifications.
• Collect data and complete required process control documentation and reports.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing teams such as Kaizen or 5S.
• Ensure proper utilization of coating solutions to minimize waste.
• Maintain documentation in the Quality Management System.
• Provide weekly/monthly reports on operating results as indicated by Supervisor.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Mechanical skills

Analytical thinking

Technical skills

Education

B.S. in chemical or mechanical Engineering

Job description

The Role:

As a Production Process Control Engineer, you will help drive goals by:

• Comply with all local environmental & health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Lead the efforts to optimize the process parameters in order to improve cycle times (efficiency), minimize rejects (LTY), avoid waste and reduce downtime while accomplishing with the manufacturing plan.
• Interact with the Maintenance, Washcoat, Quality, Process Engineering, and Automation teams in solving process / equipment problems and ensures the proper operation of all equipment on the production lines.
• Support the implementation of new technologies through new procedures and training of new or existing personnel while continue making suggestions to procedural or process improvements to meet or increase plant’s performance. Embeds a culture of continuous improvement, continually striving to improve performance, standards & processes driving efficiencies. Identifies & implements best practice principles.
• Responsible for immediate actions to ensure that product meets customer specifications.
• Collect data and complete information needed as part of the nature of the job (process control data, day to day logistics, shift summary, Incident Report, Maintenance Request, etc.).
• Participate on and possibly lead varied Lean Manufacturing teams such as Kaizen or 5S.
• Ensure the effective utilization of coating solutions so minimal waste is generated while accomplishing duties.
• Follow and maintain all the documentation associated with their activities as defined in the Quality Management System.
• Provide weekly/monthly reports on specific operating results or activities as indicated by their Supervisor.

Keys that will help you succeed in this role :

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical Engineering; or any equivalent relevant combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work desirable
• Familiarity with statistical methods for data analysis desirable
• Strong mechanical, analytical, and technical skills desirable
• 2+ years Production and / or Catalyst Manufacturing experience
• 1+ years batch process experience preferred

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits , including health, life, disability and retirements plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift- based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.