Jobs · Engineering · Illinois

Sr. Production Engineer

Stepan Company · Elwood, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$77k–$100k/yrFull-time

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide and facilitate technical process and equipment troubleshooting solutions using sound analytical troubleshooting methods.
  • Participate in and provide technical support for Root Cause Failure Analysis investigations.
  • Responsible for utilizing statistical process methods to verify control of batch and continuous processes.
  • Responsible for proposing Preliminary Scope Reports (PSRs) for new processes or projects and collaborating with appropriate individuals for input.
  • Participate in capital project meetings from design to startup and assure effective operability of new processes.
  • Key participant in Area Quality Teams.
  • Responsible for monitoring quality of production processes on a daily basis.
  • Responsible for issuing timely NCRs and collaborating with the likes of QA, R&D, and the pilot plant for effective resolution of quality issues.
  • Exhibit and demonstrate a zero-tolerance mindset for quality deviations.
  • Responsible for utilizing SPC and SQC data as critical input to process changes for Quality.
  • Responsible for proposing, validating, communicating, and implementing process changes to address quality non-conformances.
  • Completes tasks associated with PCom or EPRs for new products/processes or changes to them.
  • Work with production team leader to develop effective and efficient solutions to open PSCA items.
  • Provide the technical review of process changes and issue thorough Management of Change documentation that includes timely PSSR completion.
  • Participate in Process Hazard Analyses for new processes and is the lead technical representative for PHA revalidations.
  • Participate and maintain compliance related activities including internal and external audits for applicable standards and certifications such as ISO 9001:2015, EFfCI, FSSC 22000, Kosher, Halal, RSPO, ISCC+ and others.

Qualifications

  • 5 + years’ experience in chemical industry preferred
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Solid comprehension of chemical processes and unit operations.
  • Ability to facilitate troubleshooting efforts and team meetings.
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Office.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Education

  • Bachelor degree required - Chemical Engineering preferred

Pay Range

The salary range for this position is determined by considering a variety of factors such as skills, experience, qualifications, and the location of the position.

Benefits

  • Discretionary Bonus
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401K with Match
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD / LTD)
  • Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Reactions – Recognition Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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