PT Engineer

Location: Barnsley UK
Job Type: Full-time On-site
Reporting To: Quality Manager

As a PT Engineer youll play a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by providing process expertise troubleshooting plant issues and driving continuous improvement initiatives across our production facilities. Working closely with Production Quality Technical Planning Engineering and HSE teams you will help deliver safe efficient and high-quality manufacturing processes while supporting the introduction of new products and technologies.

In this role you will:

• Provide technical process support and real-time troubleshooting for manufacturing operations to maintain safe efficient and reliable production.
• Monitor plant performance and proactively identify opportunities to improve safety product quality process efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Lead and support continuous improvement projects focused on process optimization productivity energy reduction and operational excellence.
• Coordinate the successful scale-up and introduction of new products working collaboratively with Technical Production Quality and Planning teams.
• Conduct raw material evaluations laboratory trials process assessments and analytical investigations to support product and process improvements.
• Participate in hazard studies management of change (MOC) activities root cause investigations and site safety initiatives.
• Manage and maintain production batch documentation process specifications and SAP transactions to support manufacturing and quality requirements.
• Support the development and improvement of analytical methods used to monitor and control manufacturing processes.
• Champion Lubrizols commitment to safety environmental stewardship and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to ensure seamless communication and execution of projects and operational priorities.

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering Chemistry or a related science or engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills with the ability to deliver practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Excellent planning organization and time management capabilities.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured methodical approach to technical work.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT systems.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety quality and operational excellence.

• Knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE) statistical analysis and data-driven problem solving.
• Experience using SAP within a manufacturing or quality environment.
• Knowledge of dispersion milling processes digital printing technologies or textile coating manufacturing.
• Experience using analytical instrumentation such as viscometers particle size analysers or similar laboratory equipment.
• Previous experience supporting chemical manufacturing process engineering or production operations.

At Lubrizol were committed to providing a safe inclusive and empowering environment where you can do your best this role your work environment may include:

• Working within laboratory and manufacturing settings with appropriate PPE provided.
• Frequent interaction with production operations and manufacturing processes.
• Use of computer systems SAP analytical equipment and digital tools.
• Participation in plant-based investigations trials and continuous improvement projects.
• Adherence to rigorous safety environmental and quality standards.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business and operational objectives.

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your wellbeing productivity and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation we are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible experience.

At Lubrizol we support your professional and personal growth through a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Pension and retirement savings opportunities
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support
• Generous holiday allowance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Career progression and growth opportunities
• Inclusive culture and community engagement initiatives

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