Production Engineer II

At Nouryon we create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer societys needs today and in the future.

We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you

About the Job:

We are looking for a Production Engineer II to support production operations by serving as a key technical resource for process monitoring troubleshooting process improvement and operational this role you will work closely with production maintenance quality and technical teams to identify opportunities for improvement resolve process issues optimize performance and ensure safe reliable and efficient plant operations.

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but plays a critical role in supporting production performance process safety inventory accuracy and continuous improvement initiatives across the site.

In your future role as Production Engineer II you will:

• Serve as the primary process engineering contact for assigned production areas monitoring performance and troubleshooting process issues.
• Lead and support root cause investigations to identify and resolve operational quality and reliability issues.
• Identify prioritize and implement process improvements that enhance safety quality productivity and efficiency.
• Participate in all aspects of site Health Safety Environment and Sustainability (HSES) activities including audits safety meetings hazard recognition and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Support and maintain Process Safety Management (PSM) documentation and process safety information.
• Prepare update and maintain batch operating procedures and participate in process hazard analyses (PHAs) and safety reviews.
• Utilize the Management of Change (MOC) process for temporary and permanent process modifications.
• Support product scale-up efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to commercialize new products.
• Analyze process and production data to identify trends gaps and opportunities for improvement.
• Recommend and coordinate analyses of systems critical to business performance and equipment reliability.
• Monitor production performance and ensure accurate accounting of production gains losses and downtime.
• Manage non-conforming materials including root cause investigations rework activities and corrective actions.
• Monitor process order data and ensure accurate inventory and production postings to maintain financial and inventory accuracy.
• Support statistical process control initiatives and apply data-driven decision-making to improve operations.
• Assist with operator training and technical knowledge transfer.
• Support GMP-related technical improvements and initiatives that maintain site certifications for personal care and cosmetic ingredient production.
• Lead or support engineering projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned.

We believe you bring:

• Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering strongly preferred.
• Mechanical Engineering degree may be considered with significant relevant manufacturing or process engineering experience.
• Approximately 35 years of industrial experience required; candidates with 5 years of experience in process engineering process safety or continuous improvement are highly preferred.
• Experience in chemical manufacturing process operations or related industrial environments.
• Strong understanding of process safety management traditional unit operations process equipment and manufacturing technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with data analysis and statistical tools such as Minitab is preferred.
• Familiarity with SAP MES or similar manufacturing systems is beneficial; training will be provided.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is preferred.
• Ability to analyze complex technical data and make sound decisions within business-driven timelines.
• Strong troubleshooting root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to organize and lead meetings drive discussions and achieve actionable outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and influence others without direct authority.
• Ability to retrieve analyze and present operational data through reports charts and graphs.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work throughout a chemical manufacturing facility and access all areas of the plant.
• Ability to climb stairs and wear required personal protective equipment including a respirator.
• Ability to visually monitor equipment instruments process data and operational readouts.

Additional Details:

This is a permanent position on a full-time basis reporting to the Operations Manager and will be based at our site inSalisbury NC.

Good to know:

Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once its with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role! For more information about our hiring process visit: look forward to receiving your application!

We kindly ask our internal candidates to apply with your Nouryon email via Success Factors.

What can Nouryon offer you

If you share our values and ambitions we offer a fascinating international environment that rewards your skills and enthusiasm. Our employment package comprises a competitive salary and an attractive bonus scheme. Training opportunities and internal networks enable valuable personal and professional development. And through challenging projects you will help us become first choice for our customers shareholders and employees all over the world. Nouryon is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans (M/F/D/V)

Application details

If you have questions on the role please contact Hiring Manager. For further information on the recruitment process please contact Recruiter Name Recruiter.

We welcome your online application via our website. Please use the apply button on this page.

A pre-employment screening may form part of the selection process.

We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents recruitment agencies or manning companies.

About Nouryon: We are a global specialty chemicals leader. Industries worldwide rely on our essential chemistry in the manufacture of everyday products such as paper plastics building materials food pharmaceuticals and personal care items. Building on our nearly 400-year history the dedication of our 10000 employees and our shared commitment to business growth strong financial performance safety sustainability and innovation we have established a world-class business and built strong partnerships with our customers. We operate in over 80 countries around the world and our portfolio of industry-leading brands includes Eka Dissolvine Trigonox and Berol.