Senior Process Engineer — Emulsion Polymerization

Arkema; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkema in Alsip, IL seeks a Technical Operations professional to optimize batch emulsion polymerization operations. You will lead OEE initiatives, coordinate scale-up activities, own the plant recipe system, and provide in-plant support for process changes and troubleshooting.

Key duties include driving safety, quality, and cost goals, managing DCS recipes, and executing MCA/LOPA-based improvements with cross-functional teams. Strong communication and Six Sigma experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with Delta-V process control system preferred.
• Experience with emulsion polymerization preferred.
• Experience with scale-up from lab to production scale preferred.
• Familiarity with handling acrylic monomers and emergency response.
• Knowledge of Process Safety (LOPA) and Root Cause Investigation.
• Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Exposure to HES Performance & Compliance, Cost Management, Plant Reliability, and Product Quality.

Responsibilities

• Lead site OEE and track/report OEE data; drive improvements.
• Serve as RIT Plant Coordinator and Scale-Up Coordinator; manage recipe system.
• Provide in-plant technical support for scale-up and troubleshooting.
• Implement changes to BOPs, raw materials, and DCS recipes; document revisions.
• Lead RCAs and ensure corrective actions; communicate results to stakeholders.
• Engage RIT/Technology teams for troubleshooting support.
• Monitor production schedule for recipe compatibility and impact on quality.
• Participate in capability analyses and Gate commercialization feedback.
• Generate ideas for cycle-time and quality improvements with RIT; capture savings.
• Provide leadership to improve HES performance; ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Six Sigma

HES Performance & Compliance

Cost Management

Plant Reliability

Product Quality

Personal Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Delta-V system

IP-21

Job description

Arkema in Alsip, IL seeks a Technical Operations professional to optimize batch emulsion polymerization operations. You will lead OEE initiatives, coordinate scale-up activities, own the plant recipe system, and provide in-plant support for process changes and troubleshooting.

Key duties include driving safety, quality, and cost goals, managing DCS recipes, and executing MCA/LOPA-based improvements with cross-functional teams. Strong communication and Six Sigma experience are valued.