Continuous Improvement Engineer

Elementis is a global specialty chemical company, with 1,300 employees operating 17 manufacturing sites across the globe. At Elementis, we bring a distinctive combination of expertise, innovation, and teamwork to every formulation challenge. We create high-value specialty additives that enhance the performance of our customers' products and make a positive change in the world. Combining our leading positions in the science of materials flow, surface modification, and formulation with access to unique natural materials, Elementis delivers unique chemistry, sustainable solutions to customers in a wide range of markets, including cosmetics, anti-perspirants, decorative and industrial coatings, automotive and ceramics.

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Support plant operations through supplemental review of performance data to identify, develop and lead long term improvement plans to further optimize various processes
• Identify new process improvement opportunities in the areas of sustainability, quality, cost, performance, and safety
• Partner with site leadership to develop a pipeline of improvement initiatives which are aligned with the overall Elementis plan
• Learn and apply continuous improvement, value creation, and financial acumen skills to accelerate profitability and lower conversion cost of manufacturing facility
• Design and lead continuous improvement projects, reporting monthly on status and savings
• Know and understand the margins generated from the process unit and prioritize continuous improvement activities to maximize total margin.
• Apply knowledge of process plant and technology - study historical data, convene with other Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), etc.
• Define and utilize Most Effective Technology (MET) where applicable. Challenge / escalate MET application and assumptions when better solutions arise.
• Develop necessary trial plans to test optimization ideas, lead testing with the plant, analyze data, and create report of findings
• Lead and/or participate in Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) to identify and prioritize areas of improvement for the plant
• Develops and executes test protocols to determine the viability of a new technology, when needed
• Support as the global process lead to ensure compliance with changes and improvements to PSM related policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with codes, guidelines, best practices and company policies.
• Partner with plant operation personnel to secure process data for identification of technology and plant reliability gaps, improvement opportunities and project definitions.
• Understand site integration to ensure process automation is effectively utilized to optimize plant performance.
• Diagnose and document root causes of asset utilization losses in the facility, determine when a Task Force may be required to provide a more strategic solution.
• Conduct review and maintenance of Key Performance Indicators (KPI) trends to ensure optimum performance.
• Active participant in developing and implementing CAPex projects.
• Evaluate and implement best solutions, including commissioning, training, and updating SOPs.

Additional Job Description

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required, Chemical Engineering preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience in Manufacturing and Engineering required; chemical industry preferred.
• Process Safety Management experience (PHA's, MOC, etc.) preferred.
• Certifications in Six Sigma (Green Belt, Lean, etc), preferred.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and get results by working with others.
• Must possess a strong financial / business acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills required.
• Root Cause Analysis experience
• Capacity to work with limited supervision and support, in a rapidly changing and fast paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to interact in a collaborative manner with other departments, teams and stakeholders to get results.

Fluent verbal and written English require to be able communicate within the operations team and with other Elementis departments.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Elementis does not discriminate in hiring or in the terms and conditions of employment because of an individual's race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, arrest record, citizenship or other category protected by federal, state or local laws.

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