Job ID

29845

Process Engineer

Regular

Kalamazoo - MI, United States of America (https://www.google.com/maps/place/Kalamazoo - MI,United States of America) My candidate profile

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Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

We are looking for:

The Process Engineer is responsible for leading site based process engineering projects and activities that drive continuous improvement, resolve chronic manufacturing issues, introduce new products or re-site existing products for the Kalamazoo, MI site as well as Particle processes outside of the site. This position also supports and deploys GBU-wide best practices and manufacturing standards along with supporting new capital investments and technology common across Composite Materials Manufacturing sites.

We count on you for:

• Lead site-based process engineering projects and activities that drive continuous improvement, resolve chronic manufacturing issues, introduce new products or re-site existing products.

• Promote an observable culture of process safety, quality, and customer service within their organizational control.

• Support short-term tactical requests from the site-based team while managing long-term strategic projects set forth by the global process engineering team.

• Lead efforts and projects in line with site and business strategy for growth.

• Lead digital transformation efforts on site.

• Performs feasibility studies for process improvements. Includes assessment of current equipment capabilities, HSE issues, and capital requirements

• Propose and document trial plans, results and data analysis in a timely manner using advanced problem solving tools such as Six Sigma and routinely share learnings with stakeholders.

• Works toward establishing statistical process control processes. Identifies areas of variation (raw materials, process, or quality analysis), implements measures to reduce variation, and tracks effectiveness of reduction measures.

• Analyzes process data and quality critical parameters for control of manufacturing processes. Troubleshoots problem areas and identifies measures for improvement.

• Identifies and implements process optimization improvements.

• Supports identifying root cause, reports findings, and implements corrective actions.

• Manages defining scope and technical solutions to feed capital projects associated with unit.

• Responsible for determining justification, scope definition, safety reviews, 'punch-list' items, coordination of implementation with production schedule, startup, chemical commissioning and performance report on agreed deliverables.

• Utilize management of change for applicable situations.

• Influence people's opinions, attitudes, and judgments and demonstrate the ability to compromise opinion to develop the best solution for the issue.

• Flexibility to travel to other locations and work outside normal working hours as required by the projects (could be 15 - 30% travel)

You can count on us for:

• We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company

• A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company

• Opportunities for growth and learning

• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

• Bachelors of Science (Engineering Preferred)

• 5-10 years of experience in quality/manufacturing/process engineering

• Previous experience in quality/process engineering function in chemical manufacturing environment

• Continuous improvement background with demonstrated experience in problem solving and root cause analysis

• Preferably has experience in composite material / adhesive material manufacturing or other similar continuous web process industries (paper, film, foil, or textile industries)

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification (preferred)

• Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task

• Understanding of quality systems, ISO9001/AS9100 requirements

You will get:

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $102,000 to $125,000 per year

• Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives

• 16, or more weeks, of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations

• Training platform for all employees

• Free language courses (24 languages available)

• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

Flexibility to travel to other locations and work outside normal working hours as required by the projects (could be 15 - 30% travel)

About Us:

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.

• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

As you may already know, Syensqo is the newly established standalone company resulting from the recent spin-off of Solvay. While both organizations are in the process of finalizing the transition, some email communications related to your recruitment process may continue to come from Solvay.

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