Senior Process Engineer

Covestro; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Process Engineer who will play a pivotal role in developing and refining manufacturing processes. This position involves leading projects, troubleshooting operational issues, and driving continuous improvement across various disciplines. The ideal candidate will possess extensive manufacturing experience and a strong background in process management, data analysis, and project execution. Join a vibrant team dedicated to innovation and excellence, where your contributions will help shape the future of chemical material solutions. If you are passionate about learning and making a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of manufacturing experience with strong process management skills.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis and Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain manufacturing activities and troubleshoot operational issues.
• Lead projects for new methods supporting digitalization and sustainability.
• Evaluate equipment performance and implement improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Process Management

AutoCAD

Advanced Excel

SQL

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Tools

AutoCAD

SQL

HTML

TypeScript

Angular

VBA

Job description

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We are Covestro. We are curious. We are courageous. We are colorful. We refine chemical material solutions with game-changing products. Let us empower you to push boundaries. Join us and our 18,000 colleagues now and together we will make the world a brighter place.

What We Offer

As the Senior Process Engineer, you will plan and develop manufacturing processes and method systems to meet objectives. You will also lead projects or parts of projects, and support colleagues across departments.

Major Responsibilities

1. Maintain up-to-date manufacturing activities through reviews of production records, trends, quality results, and site communications. Support manufacturing areas by troubleshooting operational and quality issues. Lead or participate in Root Cause Analysis investigations to eliminate failures. Monitor material property performance to identify trends and report findings.
2. Drive continuous improvement via medium to large projects. Collaborate across disciplines to define requirements, develop solutions, and ensure successful project execution. Document progress and challenges, and report to stakeholders.
3. Investigate causes of production downtime using data and cross-department collaboration. Implement corrective actions to reduce outages.
4. Evaluate equipment performance to identify underperformance or capacity loss. Lead investigations to determine root causes and implement improvements or capacity gains.
5. Update operating procedures as part of change management. Use process knowledge and feedback to improve processes.
6. Act as SME for assigned equipment and systems, guiding operations and reliability teams. Develop best practices and promote continuous improvement.
7. Lead or participate in production trials, monitor processes, and document outcomes.
8. Lead projects for new methods/technologies supporting digitalization and sustainability.
9. Manage site production operating parameters.
10. Support safety culture by ensuring safety requirements are met across materials, processes, and equipment.
11. Coordinate product transfers from other facilities, documenting processing conditions and considerations.
12. Assist global tech groups in developing best practices.

What You Offer

Basic Qualifications

• High school diploma + 15 years manufacturing experience OR
• Associate's degree + 10 years OR
• Bachelor's degree + 5 years OR
• Master's degree + 3 years OR
• PhD + 1 year

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with SQL, HTML, TypeScript, or Angular for web applications.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Organizational and process management skills.
• Proactive, self-reliant, curious, and passionate about learning.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, data analysis, and statistical tools.
• Experience with AutoCAD, process controls, HMI interfaces, and thermoplastic compounding preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills; VBA experience advantageous.

Application & Additional Info

If you are curious, courageous, and colorful, apply now to join our team. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For accommodations, contact our info-hotline or support numbers provided.