Process Engineer

Susonity•Port Wentworth, GA

About The Position

The Process Engineer provides technical support to the Mica Pigment Plant, using data to guide decisions and independently troubleshooting production processes, line equipment, and raw materials to identify root causes of finished-pigment quality issues and production failures. The role also identifies opportunities to improve profitability and supports operational excellence through continuous improvement, CAPEX scoping and implementation, Best Practice Sharing, Lean & Six Sigma projects, and participation in the Continuous Improvement community. The daily work environment combines laboratory work and time in the production facility. Operational responsibilities include complying with and implementing Health, Safety and Environmental requirements. The role covers all areas of Mica Pigment production and collaborates with local and regional business partners across procurement, finance, logistics, supply network planning, regulatory, and human resources.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry.
Experience in troubleshooting and data analysis.
Proficiency with typical computer hardware and software.
Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.
Ability to work safely in a chemical manufacturing environment.
Visual acuity.

Nice To Haves

At least 5–10 years of process engineering experience in chemical manufacturing.
Lean & Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to the Mica Pigment Plant and use data to guide decisions.
Independently troubleshoot production processes, line equipment, and raw materials to identify root causes of product quality issues and production failures.
Identify opportunities to improve profitability.
Drive quality through campaign steering, including mica preparation, coating, finishing, and B&P guidance and troubleshooting.
Identify, scope, and justify CAPEX projects and provide process support for their development and implementation.
Support the management system by ensuring the area of responsibility documents and complies with SOPs, MOC, NOC, customer complaints, corrective and preventive actions, and other required activities.
Collaborate with local and regional business partners in procurement, finance, logistics, supply network planning, regulatory, and human resources.
Drive innovation and operational excellence through process improvement strategies, cost efficiencies, and new technologies.
Align with the Operational Excellence community on BPS, product transfers, and continuous improvement to drive cost control and quality improvements.
Comply with and implement Health, Safety and Environmental requirements.