Chemical Engineer - Sign on Bonus $2,500

About the Role

The Chemical Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing, and maintaining production processes to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations. This role focuses heavily on process improvement, plant performance, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and optimize daily plant operations to maximize efficiency and output
• Design and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and workflows
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions
• Analyze process data (temperature, pressure, flow rates) to improve performance
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA)
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, and quality teams
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Develop and update standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support plant start-ups, shutdowns, and equipment commissioning
• Conduct root cause analysis for production failures or downtime
• Evaluate raw materials and product quality to maintain consistency
• Review production metrics and KPIs
• Adjust process parameters to meet targets
• Work on the plant floor with operators and technicians
• Investigate equipment or process deviations
• Participate in safety meetings and audits
• Other tasks as needed

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• 2-4 years of relevant experience, manufacturing environment preferred
• Process optimization and control knowledge
• Knowledge of industrial equipment (reactors, distillation, pumps, heat exchangers)
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with process control systems (DCS/PLC)
• Project management skills

Benefits

IPG offers competitive pay, extensive benefits that support you and your family, and exciting career development opportunities. We provide ongoing training and the support you need to succeed.

Plant sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.

About Us

At IPG, we are a global leader in packaging and protective solutions, developing innovative products that protect the world. Our culture values safety, people, passion, integrity, performance, and teamwork. We are committed to sustainability, designing eco-friendly products and minimizing waste in our production processes. With over 40 years of industry expertise, IPG offers a stable, secure environment where you can thrive through cross-department collaboration and continuous training.