Production Engineering Manager

About the Role

The Production Engineering Manager will manage a team of Production Engineers to support the monitoring, troubleshooting and report performance of high-volume manufacturing processes in a safe, environmentally sound and economic manner. The Production Engineering Manager is a working Production Engineer who will also oversee an assigned process for quality and performance, identify and implement process improvements, and drive quality/safety programs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all production engineering is carried out per written procedures with safety and quality at the forefront.
• Manage staffing levels, as needed, make schedule changes with personnel when needed to allow timely execution of engineering/production plans.
• Coordinate with the Capital and Engineering Manager on any issues related to safety, quality, and/or HR policies.
• Track employee performance and provide positive and negative feedback, including disciplinary action if needed.
• Advise on personnel issues related to cross training.
• Serve as a mentor to junior engineers to assist in technical and professional development.
• Keep management informed of work status and fill out any related reports in a timely manner.
• Ensure FMEA's are updated as needed and reviewed per Plant policy.
• Ensure Control Plans are updated as needed and reviewed per Plant policy.
• Monitor daily production for high volume manufacturing processes.
• Document procedures for process of record for key processes/products.
• Update SQL work instructions; verify batch records and SQL documentation.
• Support the scale-up commissioning and qualification of new and replacement systems.
• Support and participate in environmental, safety and health and quality department programs and requirements.
• Conduct & participate in hazard assessments including Process Hazard Analyses, JSAs, High Hazard Work, and Risk Assessments.
• Analyze statistical process control performance, OOC's and trend alerts. Requires use of Excel, JMP or other statistical software.
• Conduct and document plant quality trend review investigations.
• Investigate Nonconforming Materials, report findings to internal plant stakeholders and process paperwork.
• Generate Engineering Change Notices.
• Prepare Management of Change (MOC) records as required.
• Provide problem solving expertise for a wide range of technical problems.
• Responsible for planning and execution of plant improvement projects as assigned.
• Serve as a resource for the production engineering team to assist in project progress while maintaining close communication with partners & stakeholders across the business.
• Participate in customer meetings, audits and answer customer complaints using an 8D or customer formats as required.
• Conduct trend reviews for process operations and quality analysis.
• Review lab data to verify no trend rule violations prior to batch release.
• Able to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• BS in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 1-2 years Supervisor or leadership experience preferred but not required.
• Minimum 6-8 years' experience in high volume chemical manufacturing; other technical disciplines with experience in automation, chemical manufacturing, or semiconductor manufacturing will be strongly considered.
• Demonstrated innovative thinking and scientific/engineering approach to solving product development problems in school or work environment.
• Ability to manage process safety management (PSM) processes, management of change, pre-startup safety reviews and process hazard analyses.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across business functions and demonstrated ability to influence decisions across all levels within the organization.
• Strong skillset in understanding and creating P&IDs and isometrics, interpreting design documentation of field machinery and function testing/validation of field equipment.
• Experience with industrial process control systems preferred but not required.
• Excellent communication skills. Must coordinate team communications with and between a wide variety of internal and external technical disciplines.
• Strong computer skills for Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel, JMP or other statistical software packages.
• Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques and statistical analysis of data. Familiarity with JMP statistical software is preferred but not required.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Demonstrated abilities to work independently and as a team.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to work well with others at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to cover on call schedule as production needs demand.
• Ability to fill in as Capital & Engineering Manager as needed.

Additional Qualifications

We value a professional, adaptable, and collaborative work environment. The following competencies are essential for success in any role and reflect our commitment to effective teamwork, problem solving, and workplace communication.

• Resilience: Ability to adapt to workplace challenges, maintain professionalism, and manage responsibilities effectively.
• Communication: Capacity to clearly and professionally exchange ideas, interact respectfully with colleagues and customers, and foster positive workplace relationships.
• Reasoning & Decision Making: Ability to analyze information, follow verbal and written instructions, and make logical, sound decisions.
• Comprehension: Capability to understand and complete tasks as assigned and solve problems effectively.
• Organizational Skills: Competence in managing multiple priorities, maintaining accuracy, and staying focused despite potential workplace distractions.

Pay

The pay range for this role is estimated $110,000/yr. - $120,000/yr. with actual wage based on candidate's qualifications and experience.