Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.
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The Production Engineer is responsible for providing technical leadership and support to ensure that currently defined processes meet or exceed targets in terms of SHE, quality, productivity and cost. Lead incremental improvements initiatives to optimize existing processes. The incumbent reports to the Production Manager. The incumbent interfaces with various other functional groups within the organization, customers and suppliers.
You will bring
- This position requires a four-year B.S. degree preferably in Composite or Chemical Engineering
- Minimum of 2 years of manufacturing experience.
- Must have well developed communication skills to work effectively with customers, operators, suppliers and other support groups within Syensqo.
- High motivation and self-starting abilities are a must and able to handle complex and demanding situations while maintaining sound decision making.
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain control of process metrics and data such as cycle time, productivity, uptime, yields, etc. to ensure existing processes are in controlProvide direct engineering support to production to ensure that product is running within SOP / PCD and to the desired quality standardsEstablish and maintain control of process metrics to ensure processes are in controlLead technical role to ensure that process safety obligations are met including maintaining safety file, lead / participate in PHAs, MHAs, MOCs, PSSR's, etc.Participate in visible safety leadership activitiesFill in as relief for Production Manager as neededProvide technical support and collaborates with Quality Engineers, Process Engineers and operations team to respond to all customer issues, quality escapes and other systemic quality issuesMaintain, develop and update all control documents such as SOPs, MSOPs, WIs, recipes, visual inspection, etc.Maintain and manage recipe effectiveness metric, BOMs, scrap, yield, and other aspects of product configurationLiaise with project / process engineers to implement new capital project in production areaSupports employees in lean and six sigma principles and methodology. Ensure that operators have the background knowledge in these principles in order that they can effectively engage with the Area Improvement TeamMaintains SOPs, BOMs and recipes to an acceptable level in order that the operation runs to plan while minimizing quality issuesEnsures productivity metrics such as uptime and throughput are visible on the shop floor and deviations to standard are being workedEnsures that recipe timings are correct to real running conditions in order that OTIF is maximized. Will be measured via the router effectiveness metricLeads continuous improvement activities through the use of lean and various engagement tools (including kaizen, workout, 6S, etc.)Lead execution of incremental process improvements (e.g. waste and First-time-Right) by actively engaging horizontally, vertically with all levelsTake corrective action to address process deviations and identify root cause to prevent recurrenceYou can count on us to
Provide excellent training and development opportunities at SyensqoYou will get
Competitive salary and benefits packageThe U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $84,000 - 106,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and / or other incentives.Relocation assistance may be offered dependent on candidate's current location16, or more, weeks of maternity / paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulationsTraining platform for all employeesFree well-being sessions (physical and psychological)About Us
Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.Important EEO information
Solvay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. For more information, please click here. Solvay is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to hrstaffingoffice.na-us@solvay.com or call 800-311-3555 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Production, Manufacturing, and Engineering
Industries
Chemical Manufacturing
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