Lead Chemical Process Engineer

Tremco
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Georgia, Columbus
4551 Cargo Drive (Show on map)
Nov 09, 2024
Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America. GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The Chemical Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring safety, maintaining product quality, and enhancing process efficiency in a chemical production environment. Additionally, this role emphasizes promoting a LEAN culture and requires active involvement in on-floor operations as well as spearheading significant projects related to process equipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strategize and innovate safety management, resolving high-level issues in collaboration with shift supervisors. Lead comprehensive Process Hazard Analyses (PHA) and Job Safety Analyses (JSA). Identify, analyze, and spearhead initiatives to mitigate complex safety concerns. Expertly manage DAKOTA software for comprehensive compliance, incident reporting, and safety management. Champion the development and implementation of "standard work" practices, leading the LEAN culture. Oversee Engineering Tier activities and accountability boards, and lead daily GEMBA Walks for advanced education and communication. Drive productivity improvement by strategically eliminating non-value-added activities using advanced engineering principles. Ensure equipment efficiency at the highest levels, participate in the facility Quality Improvement Council (QIC), and provide expert quality training to operators. Lead and ensure the successful completion of high-impact process equipment projects. Act as a key member of the facility's Quality Improvement Council (QIC), leading initiatives to identify root causes and prevent future customer complaints. Manage large-scale projects with substantial budgets. Serve as a senior mentor to less experienced engineers, guiding them in complex projects and career development. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: 4-year degree in engineering. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 7+ years of experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 25 lbs. BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION: Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.