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)