Job Posting for Continuous Improvement Process Engineer at Celanese
Celanese is a global leader in chemistry, producing specialty material solutions used across most major industries and consumer applications. Our businesses use our chemistry, technology and commercial expertise to create value for our customers, employees and shareholders. We are committed to sustainability by responsibly managing the materials we create for their entire lifecycle and are growing our portfolio of sustainable products to meet increasing customer and societal demand. We strive to make a positive impact in our communities and to foster inclusivity across our teams. Celanese is a Fortune 500 company that employs approximately 12,400 employees worldwide with 2023 net sales of $10.9 billion.
JOB TITLE Continuous Improvement Process Engineer
Location Mylar Specialty Films, 3600 Discovery Drive, Chester, VA 23836
This is an onsite, in-person position.
Typical schedule Monday - Friday, daytime hours
Occasionally this position may be required to work on a pre-planned evening, or other time outside of normal working hours.
Primary Function
Accountable for understanding the manufacturing process, identifying improvement opportunities, then leading cross functional programs to maximize production output, material conversion efficiency, cost reduction, and product quality.
Educational Attainment
Bachelor / Bachelor of Science degree required.
Engineering degree is preferred.
Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
Accountabilities
Operations
Lead programs and make data-based decisions to deliver or exceed required site Production Rates, First Pass Efficiency, and Raw Material Efficiency performance.
Using lean manufacturing and other approaches to collect and analyze data to identify the opportunity areas with the greatest business impact. Prioritize and execute programs to deliver maximum short-term and long-term financial payback.
Ensure site Quality performance meets or exceeds Business Plan on internal rejects and external complaints leading to enhanced customer satisfaction.
Sponsor and lead safety, quality, production, and efficiency programs to elevate business results applying critical thinking skills, attention to detail, team engagement, operational excellence, problem solving, and troubleshooting processes.
Analyzes data trends and exercises sound judgement based on the data to ensure maximum improvement delivery
Use techniques (eg. RCFA / FMEA) to lead troubleshooting efforts, reduce waste, and debottleneck processes.
Provide backup support as needed to manufacturing teams and peers.
Other duties as assigned.
SHE – Safety, Health and Environment
Working with wider site team to ensure a safe working environment, with adequate regard to Health and Environment issues. Actively seek and assist implementation on programs to improve SHE performance (risk reduction, hazard analysis, etc.).
People
Where applicable, manage direct report(s), adhering to core values on people treatment.
Optimize contribution from direct report(s) and manage an active development plan.
Actively manage a self-development plan.
Provide effective indirect leadership to all personnel in assigned area to extract maximum effectiveness from area team.
Knowledge, Experience, and Skills Needed
5 years’ experience in a production environment preferred
Experience leading FMEA / RCFA processes
Demonstrated project management capability and results delivery
Working knowledge of ISO and GMP procedures and practices
Competencies
Analysis and Judgement
Identifies opportunities, gathers information, and has the ability to choose and commit to action in a timely fashion.
Driving for Results
Takes calculated risks to target business opportunities, assuming ownership for the outcomes and regularly delivers goals and beyond.
Engagement
Commits to focused effort, cooperating with others to drive themselves and others to success.
Managing for Productivity
Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Raising the Bar
Continuously raising expectations of team performance. Motivating and supporting team efforts to achieve goals while upholding organizational values and standards. Tracking progress toward goals.
Teamwork / Collaboration
Developing and using collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
Celanese is a Fortune 500 global chemical and specialty materials company that engineers and manufactures products essential to everyday living. With global headquarters in Dallas, Texas, Celanese employs approximately 13,300 dedicated people working at more than 50 owned and operated manufacturing facilities across 27 countries. We are committed to employee growth and creating shareholder value, and strive to make a difference in the communities where we operate. Our company focuses on the safety of its employees, provides competitive compensation (including benefits starting Day 1), and emphasizes giving back to the community. For more information about Celanese and our products please visit www.celanese.com
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