Process Engineer

Corteva Agriscience LLC seeks a full-time Process Engineer based in Valdosta, GA.

About the role

The Process Engineer is a technical resource to coach and assist the Formulation and Packaging team, optimize and improve Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) throughput, product quality, equipment and operational reliability, and cost performance.

Responsibilities

• Optimize plant operations and develop a high-performing operations team.
• Understand all applicable process technology, equipment, and control technology.
• Use continuous improvement and troubleshooting methodology to resolve production challenges.
• Work with plant personnel to optimize operations and meet business goals (production, cost, quality).
• Own or participate in effective root cause investigations to prevent recurrence of unplanned events.
• Participate in the implementation of the Operational Excellence Model (process qualification training for the operations team).
• Demonstrate full understanding of Quality and Environmental, Health, and Safety policies and procedures and translate them into plant implementation.
• Participate in and lead teams within the area of accountability.
• Scope and implement small projects.
• Act as a chemical manufacturing representative for projects.
• Fill one or more of the roles of Asset Technology Focal Point, Production Coordination Focal Point, Process Safety Focal Point, and Turnaround Coordination Focal Point based on plant needs and employee development goals.
• Work with the Business Analyst Manager to define and execute cost-driven improvement projects.
• Work closely with Production Data Analysis (PDA) to improve inventory accuracy, raw material planning, and cost optimization.
• Serve as the Area Business Team focal point for Manage and Implement Supply Change (M&ISC) and Raw Material Trial Projects.
• Ensure Master Data is updated, provide manufacturing inputs, and manage reviews of this data per schedule with Supply.

Domestic travel required up to 10% of the time.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 years of related experience.
• 24 months of experience with each of the following:
  • Using continuous improvement and troubleshooting methodology for resolution of production challenges.
  • Owning or participating in effective root cause investigations to prevent recurrence of unplanned events.
  • Creating and maintaining all area procedures including Batch instructions, SOPs, SOCs, and LOTOPs.
  • Utilizing the following tools/technologies: SAP ERP System, ASPEN HYSYS, MATLAB, Infinity, Adege ERP System, Python, and Microsoft Office.
  • Quality control & management systems, procedures, and work processes including HACCP, HARPC, and USDA CFR.
  • Lean manufacturing: Development and tracking of KPIs and Visual management systems, including production rates, cycle times, tact time, and FPP (First Pass Prime).
• Lean Six Sigma certification, Yellow Belt at minimum.

Will accept experience gained before, during, or after Master’s program. Employer will accept experience gained concurrently.

Benefits

• Numerous development opportunities to build your skills.
• Health benefits for you and your family starting on your first day of employment.
• Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays.
• Excellent parental leave, including a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father.
• Competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program.