Engineer II

Engineer II

At Nouryon, our global team takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society’s 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

The position reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for process development and improvement for the Chattanooga Site.   Provide technical support for new and existing processes.  Provide daily troubleshooting related to any process upsets.  Participation in the site’s Continuous Improvement Program is a key responsibility.  Additional responsibilities include participation in the following: Quality process, Corrective and Prevention Action Team, BBS Process /Barrier removal Team, HSES and PSM programs, CAPEX, and Training. Lead capital project assignments, which require process engineering and chemistry experience.  Additional miscellaneous project work will be assigned, as required.  

In your future role as Engineer II, you will

• Process Development/Improvement – Provide technical support of new and existing processes and investigation and problem solving related to raw materials, finished goods and processes, equipment, and training.  Implement technology transfers from R&T to Mfg, including:

• • Process chemistry
  • Formula & Procedures
  • Process Safety Mgmt (PSM) information
  • Equipment requirements.
  • Technology transfer to Local Toll manufacturers.
  • Intercompany Technology transfer and engineering support.

• Diagnose and document root causes of deviations in the process and improve operating discipline
• Asset Utilization Management – drive OEE improvements through management of site’s OAM portal.  Improve efficiencies through utilization of manpower, equipment, storage space, raw materials, finished goods, and containers.
• Initiate and complete projects focused on increased throughput, cycle-time reductions, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Support and participate in ongoing HSES improvement activities and committees.
• Training – Participate as a team member to provide and coordinate training, as required, to various personnel and workgroups across the site.
• Participate in internal and external audits, as required.
• Participate as a team member on various Health, Safety, Environmental, & Security projects/audits.
• Participate as a team member on new technical projects, custom toll projects, and new business opportunities.
• Maintain site’s Process Safety Information program and documentation

We believe you bring

• B.S. Chemical Engineering or related engineering degree
• Minimum 0-5 years experience in engineering support, production processes, and project work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with SAP a plus.
• Experience DeltaV process control system a plus
• Experience in Six Sigma Tools
• Experience with Behavior Based Safety processes a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Contractors/Plant/Maintenance personnel

Training Requirements:

SAP, Microsoft Office, Delta V, Six Sigma Tools, LEAN Mgmt, EPI, WAVE, AutoCAD

Physical Demands:

Employee must be able to work in plant, office, and laboratory environments.
Travel as required.

Work Environment:

Plant, WHSE, Office, Laboratory

Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

*Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Have we got your interest?

This is a permanent position on a full-time basis, reporting to the Production Manager  based in Chattanooga, TN

Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's 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: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/  

We look forward to receiving your application!

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

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If you’re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon’s worldwide team in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.

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Nouryon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.