Quality Control Lead - Chemical Process Engineer

Stevensind; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Stevens Industries, Inc. in Effingham, IL is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to serve as Quality Control Manager for our lamination production facility.

You will oversee QC programs, optimize chemical processes, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure product quality. The role requires a strong background in chemical engineering, quality control, and SPC, with experience in manufacturing environments and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in chemical process engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of chemical processes, quality control principles, and statistical process control (SPC).
• Experience with laboratory testing, analytical instruments, and process optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Quality Control Oversight: Manage the quality control systems to ensure products meet specifications and regulatory standards.
• Chemical Process Optimization: Collaborate with production teams to analyze and optimize chemical processes used in lamination.
• Vendor Interaction: Work with vendors to improve material characteristics and production performance; conduct vendor audits.
• Testing and Analysis: Design and implement laboratory tests to evaluate raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure processes and products comply with internal standards and industry regulations.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive defect reduction, throughput increases, and waste minimization through data-driven improvements.
• Supplier and Material Management: Ensure raw materials meet quality specs and provide feedback for supplier improvements.

Skills

Chemical process knowledge

Quality control principles

SPC (statistical process control)

Laboratory testing & instruments

Process optimization

Problem-solving

Communication & leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field

Job description

Stevens Industries, Inc. in Effingham, IL is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer to serve as Quality Control Manager for our lamination production facility.

You will oversee QC programs, optimize chemical processes, and collaborate with suppliers to ensure product quality. The role requires a strong background in chemical engineering, quality control, and SPC, with experience in manufacturing environments and leadership abilities.