Process Engineer

The Shepherd Companies • Norwood, OH

37d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Process Engineer, you will leverage engineering expertise to enhance operational performance through technology, systems, and process improvements. Performance metrics include safety, environmental control, productivity, quality, equipment reliability, and cost efficiency, primarily in batch operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering (preferred) or other engineering discipline is required
• Minimum of two years of chemical manufacturing experience or two-five years of co-op experience
• Ability to use various software applications essential to technical performance
• Demonstrate written, verbal, analytical, and communication skills
• Experience working in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity and experience in using process improvement methodologies - Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Manufacturing, etc.

Responsibilities

• Analyze key in-process and lab data to reduce variation in product quality, output, process parameters, batch cycle times, and mitigate risks related to safety, utility consumption, chemical exposure, emissions, and material waste.
• Identify and lead initiatives to enhance process efficiency, capacity, reliability, safety, and environmental impact.
• Assist in day-to-day production activities, troubleshooting both on the floor and data tracking, and process changeovers.
• Oversee the Management of Change (MoC) process for facility and processing changes.
• Participate in preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring optimal operation of equipment.
• Provide training and support for production team personnel.
• Work closely with R&D, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Safety, and Quality teams to establish and share best practices.
• Support construction, commissioning, and startup of projects related to infrastructure and product/process development.
• Ensure activities comply with ISO9001:2015, Responsible Care, and other regulatory standards.
• Assist in managing projects and production-related activities to drive reliability and cost improvements.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Health and Life Insurance (eligibility date of hire)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company 401K Contribution (eligibility date of hire)
• Company Bonus Eligibility
• Fitness Membership subsidy
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Career Development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level