We are seeking for a Process Engineer for Paso Robles, CA area. The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting safety, quality, and production for a Surfactant Manufacturing facility. This includes monitoring and improving the day-to-day operations of plant processes to ensure production goals are met, customer demands are satisfied, and team members work safely. This is accomplished by spending a significant amount of time in the production areas applying sound manufacturing/engineering principles.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* Investigate and resolve equipment issues. Utilize and implement both sound engineering practices and statistical methods to improve equipment and process performance.
* Know and understand Quality Policy and comply with all requirements of the Quality Systems Manual, Operating and Technical Procedures, and Workplace Instructions.
* Provide engineering support to refine current chemical manufacturing processes, with special attention to Process Safety Management (PSM) and OSHA requirements.
* Perform requirements for documentation concerning PSM including the development of P&ID, PFD, and equipment specifications.
* Work with local plant management and process owners to drive PHA revalidations, recommendations, and action items to completion.
* Lead risk assessments such as Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP), Layers of Protection Analysis (LOPA), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) as required.
* Provide technical support with Quality Management System (QMS) audit findings.
* Identify and provide technical expertise to support safety improvement, optimization, and risk reduction opportunities.
* Support work teams in solving quality issues, production delays, equipment failures, and material dispositions.
* Evaluate current processes and suggest/implement process improvements that enhance product quality, process safety, and environmental compliance.
* Review requests for deviations or exemptions to the established specifications and standards.
* Coordinate and execute the capital plan for the plant.
* Troubleshoot processing issues to determine root cause and implement resolutions.
* Coordinate the Management of Change (MOC) process to ensure approval, timely completion, safety review, and closure.
* Involvement in developing, updating, training, and implementing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
* Work with Corporate in coordinating trials for new products and processes.
* Track, analyze, and communicate relevant data relating to Safety, Productivity, Cost, and Quality resulting in Continuous Improvement activities.
* Work with local management and personnel to perform any training needed.
* Assist in determining, coordinating, and prioritizing maintenance activities.
* Involvement and/or leadership in structured reviews such as Process Safety Management, Hazard and Operability Studies, Management of Change, and Process Hazard Analysis.
* Work with multiple departments to bring new products to market safely and efficiently.
* Perform various other duties and activities as assigned by the supervisor within the physical constraints of the job.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a scientific field such as Chemical Engineering, chemistry, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
* Minimum 1-2 years of experience in a chemical/manufacturing setting.
* Knowledge and experience in chemical manufacturing processes.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills.
* Experience working with Microsoft Windows, and Microsoft Office.
* SAP experience.
* Good mechanical aptitude.
* Comprehensive understanding and ability to apply principles of Engineering and Process Control.
* Knowledge of process machinery including pumps, valves, heat exchangers, and instrumentation including temperature, flow, pressure, pH, and conductivity.
* Understanding of instrumentation and process control.
* Demonstrated technical and analytical skills resulting in troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
* This is a hands-on position requiring a significant amount of time in the production area working with production and maintenance personnel. Will be exposed to hot and cold climates.
* Works with and around a wide range of hazardous chemicals, including acids, bases, and flammables.
* Must be able to wear appropriate PPE for each situation.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. To the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.
