Senior Process Engineer, Arachidonic Acid (ARA) - Belvidere, NJ

About the role

The Senior Process Engineer, ARA provides technical direction for a defined portion of the production process and shares responsibility for the department performance in the areas of safety, health, environment, quality, and production. They work with the Production Manager, Process Engineers, Technical Coordinator, and Operators and are the ARA process owner to meet volumes and quality aligned with the business.

Responsibilities

• Observes, analyzes, and interprets information from process operations to identify areas for optimization.
• Aids technicians in establishing and maintaining predictive/preventative programs for the area.
• Solves or manages resources to address technical/operational problems related to the assigned process.
• Leads and facilitates process troubleshooting.
• Conceives, plans, develops, and recommends proposals for optimizing production capacity/capability in assigned process.
• Might manage small capital projects for area and is a resource on large projects.
• Aids in setting, tracking, and meeting department goals.
• Supports plant and corporate initiatives as outlined in the manufacturing plan.
• Follows the Manufex work processes.
• Promotes teamwork and cooperation.
• Adheres to equipment/material specifications.
• Follows the change control process and ensures that change control documentation (e.g., P&ID CAD drawings, red lines, PSM, SOPS, ISO etc.) is completed for process changes.
• Reviews and signs batch records and reports non-conformances.
• Participates in and leads investigations into non-conformances and completes investigation documentation.
• Implements SHEQ policy compliance within work group.
• Participates in and leads investigations of safety/environmental incidents including root cause analysis and the development and execution of corrective actions.
• Participates in and leads HAZOP/pre-startup safety reviews.
• Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance for process critical control points (e.g., vent control devices) as assigned.
• Maintains a presence in production areas, an awareness of process performance, and accessibility to all process team members.
• Responsive and timely in addressing team member requests.
• Attends and contributes to team meetings as requested.
• Assembles data and generates KPI reports as specified in the Manufex meeting charters.
• Communicates issues and process improvement ideas to all affected personnel to solicit feedback regarding proposed changes.
• Interacts with and assists team members and external resources as necessary (e.g., vendors, contractors, quality, safety, etc.).
• Supports plant and corporate initiatives as outlined in the manufacturing plan.
• Follows the Manufex work processes.
• Supports Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering (or related technical discipline) required; MS degree preferred.
• 5-7 years relevant experience required, preferably working with chemicals, fermentation or biological processes.
• Knowledge of production processes and specific requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant Manufacturing Excellence work processes such as Asset Utilization and Operate Plant Normal.
• Knowledge of relevant Safety, Health, and Environmental practices such as PHA, RCA, etc.
• Demonstrated expertise in the engineering discipline in which work is performed and familiarity with other areas/fields depending on assignment.
• Knowledgeable in the operation of process control instruments and systems.
• Able to independently manage process optimization.
• Available to support shift, weekend, and holiday schedules as required.
• Able to perform the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to field inspection and evaluation of process equipment, systems, and facilities.

Benefits

We bring a competitive compensation package, with comprehensive health and welfare benefits. A place to grow and develop. A company that is purpose-led and performance-driven in a corporate culture that values people and planet. The opportunity to work on growing brands and build on a strong foundation. The chance to make improvements and make an impact on the business.

Pay

$87,000.00 - $160,000.00. In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.