Production Engineer
Production Engineer
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POSITION OVERVIEW
Ascend Performance Materials is a global leader in highperformance chemicals fibers and plastics committed to enhancing quality of life through innovation. With fully integrated manufacturing facilities across North America Europe and Asia we develop essential solutions that drive safer vehicles cleaner energy advanced medical devices and durable consumer goods. Guided by a strong focus on safety sustainability and customer success we operate responsibly while delivering value through cuttingedge technologies and industry expertise. Join our team and be part of a collaborative environment where your work drives meaningful global impact.
The Production Engineer provides chemical engineering expertise to deliver optimum performance of Ascends process units in the areas of capacity yields energy safety and quality. The position works under the direction of the site or business Process Engineering Manager and works closely with professionals in Technology Project Engineering and Manufacturing. Production Engineers are assigned to support specific production units. Location of the position is dictated by the unit assignment.
TARGETED OUTCOMES
- Develop a collaborative working relationship with Site Leadership and the Manufacturing organization.
- Utilize Six Sigma and Operational Excellence principles to drive process to best demonstrated Entitlement performance in the areas of capacity yields energy safety and quality.
- Support testing and implementing of new Technologies.
REPORTS TO
- Manager of Production Engineering
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Works closely with Mfg. Engineers Control Engineers and Operations to optimize the economic performance of the assigned process unit(s) by improving yields or reducing energy and other usages.
- Works with Operations Maintenance and Reliability professionals to improve the reliability of the process unit(s) and to maximize OEE.
- Actively supports the site & area safety programs via participation (or leadership) in PHAs LOPAs MOC incident investigations resolution of action items and other activities to ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance.
- Serves as the unit production expert and provides technical counsel and troubleshooting assistance to Mfg. Engineers and Operations as needed to deliver planned performance.
- Works with the Mfg. Engineers and Operations to maintain all process documentation uptodate.
- Serves as Mfg. Representative on capital project teams.
- Provides process design information for small capital and/or expense projects.
- Generates innovative ideas for process improvements and works with Technology Process Engineering and Project Engineering to screen such ideas.
TEAM & INTERACTIONS
- Member of the Production Engineering organization working closely with professionals in Process Technology Project Engineering Process Engineering and Manufacturing organizations.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
- BS in Chemical Engineering required.
- 03 years experience
- Sound technical and analytical skills.
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Strong troubleshooting skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and can thrive in a teambased environment.
- Strong communication skills both oral and written.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Proven ability to meet deadlines
- Working knowledge of Six Sigma to drive process improvements.
- Knowledge of quality systems (ISO:9001) and requirements able to ensure consistency of operations within the established quality system guidelines.
At Ascend Performance Materials we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from thirdparty recruiters search firms or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.
Skills Summary:
About Us:
Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privatelyheld company our people do big things and make big decisions often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big meaningful waysall within a stable and growing business.
Why work at Ascend
Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 66 value chain creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone everywhere every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.
We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to onsite medical clinics at our U.S. facilities a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters an employeedriven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation led by Ascend employees supports Ascend families in times of need provides inspiring opportunities for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.
Customerfocused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesnt only apply to the marketplace it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.
Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E our continuous improvement program guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. Youll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development skills training and mentoring programs
Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesnt mean simply working quickly it means critical thinking creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.
One Ascend. All together with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We dont accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments sites and geography. This means you wont be boxed into a single role at Ascend you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people our customers and our communities.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex national origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status citizenship genetic information or other protected status under federal state or local laws.
Employment Type
Full Time
