Research and Development Process/Chemical Engineer - Clysar LLC : Job Details

Job Type Full-timeDescriptionPurpose / Job Summary To gain and share an in-depth understanding of Clysar processes. This position is the focal point for measuring and monitoring key process variables, working directly with operations and maintenance to resolve short-term issues and with the rest of the Research Development team to solve chronic issues.Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.Responsibilities

• Directs and participates in process troubleshooting activities on a daily basis to urgently resolve acute process-related problems.
• Develops proposals and executes improvement programs to deal with chronic process issues.
• Develops and implements small capital projects as needed to carry out improvement programs.
• Provides process troubleshooting training and support to develop skills of technicians, operators, and mechanics.
• Communicates with R&D personnel and helps coordinate plant activities related to product development.
• Works with Quality manager and coordinators to help understand product issues that may be related to manufacturing process and develop appropriate improvements.

Requirements

• Strong commitment to safety on and off the site, and personal leadership to help the plant achieve safety objectives.
• Strong communication and team skills necessary to work well with personnel from all functions across the site and with R&D.
• Strong knowledge of personal computers and all Microsoft Office software.
• Strong organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills to quickly and effectively identify root cause of problems and implement solutions.
• Results-oriented, with a passion to deliver performance against objectives.
• Training and experience in statistical analysis and scientific methods.
• Experience with LEAN manufacturing or similar process improvement methods a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated record over time of accomplishing objectives on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
• One to two years of industrial experience.

Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb stairs and sit. The employee must be able to spend extended periods of time on the shop floor to deal with the demands of the job. The employee is also required to communicate clearly and use the phone and computer as needed.Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.