Chemical Engineer jobs in Gastonia, NC

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Plant Engineer will be an integral part of the engineering and leadership teams, driving plant activity, continuous improvement, and process optimization.  Looking for a change agent that thrives in dynamic environment with broad scope and is motivated by being able to make a measurable impact.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø  Operations: Improve performance, reduce waste, and contribute to growth

·         Ownership of engineering aspects in production optimization of site processes.

·         Assist production in troubleshooting efforts, including data gathering and trending.

·         Develop computer-based tools to improve efficiency at the site.

·         Assist with identification, development, and implementation of capital projects to improve safety, environmental compliance, quality, productivity, and cost.

·         Able to support plant maintenance activities.

·         Identify and implement projects to reduce cost and energy usage and to improve productivity.

·         Lead process optimization activities in cooperation with other functions

·         Lead continuous improvement activities including root cause analysis, predictive failure analyses, capital spares, etc.

·         Leads Six Sigma efforts for the maintenance team and actively participates on Site Teams

Ø  Project Engineering:  Support activities to keep the plant in optimum operating condition.

·         Serves as Project Manager for plant projects.

·         Maintain plant engineering documentation: flowsheets, plot plans, electrical drawings, and mechanical integrity files (includes PFDs, P&ID s, Operating Procedures)

·         Direct outside vendors and service providers for project installations

·         Drive the Preventive Maintenance and Inspection programs; leads all EIT activities with support from the maintenance team.

·         Ensures SOX and ISO activities related to engineering are timely completed.

·         Supports projects and coordinates installations with site maintenance team.

·         Ensures SAP PM system and MI systems are fully implemented and utilized.

·         Uses structured problem-solving techniques, analytical tools, and teamwork to improve Product quality.

Ø  Associate Engagement: Continuously contribute to the growth and development of the team that makes the site run.

·         Participate in recruiting and interviewing as needed to identify key talent to contribute to the site.

·         Assist with safety, environmental, and technical training.

·         Recognize good performance and give corrective feedback/progressive discipline as needed.

·         Encourages growth and development through providing strong, actionable feedback in the annual performance review process team members.

·         Participates in 360 feedbacks; participates in Leadership Development meetings; serves as a member of the Site Leadership Team; supports and drives continuous improvement activities for the facility.

·         Presents key performance indicators to leadership staff.  Effective partners with production staff; encourages continuous improvement mindset in others.

·         Participates in Mechanical Integrity projects and ensures goals align with those of the site and the Corporation.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

v  BS Chemical Engineering recent graduate with chemical industry intern or co-op experience or, a BS Chemical

Engineer with present industry experience in a chemical plant, oil refinery, or other process industry manufacturing.

v  Ability to apply and lead with safety, environmental and industrial hygiene regulations.

v  Ability to engage site associates as well as effectively interact with team members at all levels of the organization.

v  Demonstrated ability to critical thinking and analytical skills in all aspects of your work.

v  Self-driven with high a level of initiative.

v  Strong leadership qualities and ability to engage associates through every stage of their work.

v  Demonstrated ability to drive associate alignment and accountability.