Process Engineer (Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials)
About The Position
Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to provide technical expertise in a manufacturing environment and improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. The role leads process improvement initiatives, supports capital projects, and works with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to troubleshoot challenges and strengthen operational performance. The Process Engineer optimizes manufacturing processes, supports daily production, investigates deviations and root causes, and applies statistical analysis and engineering principles to recommend corrective actions. The role also supports process safety, maintenance reliability, manufacturing standards, and operational excellence, while communicating findings and recommendations to stakeholders. Flexibility is required to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including on-call troubleshooting and off-shift or weekend production activities. The listed annual salary range is $82,600 to $103,200 USD. Base pay may vary based on factors including responsibilities, experience, education, skills, internal equity, market conditions, and geographic adjustment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline; a bachelor's degree is required.
- 3–4 years of experience in Operations Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production equipment, and process improvement methodologies.
- Experience using statistical tools and data analysis to identify and resolve manufacturing challenges.
- Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
- Working knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
- Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance systems.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Commercial teams.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and evaluate complex variables to develop effective solutions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prepare comprehensive technical reports and communicate complex information clearly.
- Flexibility in working hours, on-call availability for a 24/7 manufacturing operation, and ability to adjust schedules for off-shift and weekend production activities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a 24/7 continuous manufacturing environment.
- Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.
- Experience supporting manufacturing process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Familiarity with process safety assessments and Process Hazard Analysis.
- Experience conducting plant trials, troubleshooting production processes, and implementing corrective actions.
- Experience supporting capital improvement projects in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
- Conduct process optimization studies and manufacturing trials to improve existing operations.
- Develop process designs for small- to medium-sized improvement initiatives and capital projects.
- Analyze manufacturing processes, equipment, materials, and production methods to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Support Lean manufacturing and 5S initiatives and introduce methods and technologies that strengthen manufacturing performance.
- Provide technical support for daily manufacturing operations and troubleshoot challenges involving equipment, materials, product design, and processes.
- Investigate process deviations and support plant investigations to determine root causes.
- Apply statistical analysis and engineering principles to identify effective corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance to resolve equipment and process issues and support preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
- Promote safety through process improvements, risk reduction, Process Hazard Analysis reviews, and collaboration with EHS and Operations.
- Use statistical tools and data analysis to evaluate process performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Investigate customer complaints and manufacturing issues, then work with cross-functional teams to implement corrective action plans.
- Monitor process performance, measure the financial impact of improvements, prepare technical reports, and present findings to stakeholders.
- Manage all aspects of the Standard Operating Conditions Program.
- Establish and improve manufacturing methods and sequences to optimize resource utilization and support consistent operating practices.
- Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs and improve profitability, product quality, and production efficiency.
- Provide engineering expertise and technical guidance on cross-functional projects, build relationships with manufacturing employees and site leadership, and communicate recommendations effectively.
- Support special initiatives and take on additional leadership responsibilities as business needs evolve.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
