Ashland Inc

Plant Engineer

Ashland Inc • $70K — $95K *
Wilmington, DE 19805In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmaceutical or related field.
  • 1-5 years in chemical manufacturing or pharmaceutical sector.
  • Experience in cGMP manufacturing, ISO 9001, FSSC22000, IPEC, or FDA Quality Management Systems.
  • Ability to respond to emergencies as directed by Site Emergency Manager.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Plant and Quality Manager to set annual site goals.
  • Work with R&D on introducing new products.
  • Develop blending procedures for new ingredients and formulations.
  • Create and issue batch manufacturing instructions for daily operations.
  • Use statistical methods for optimizing color matching and processes.
  • Identify projects for cost savings and address long-term safety and quality issues.
  • Investigate customer complaints and work with teams to implement corrective actions.
  • Support the Allen-Bradley PLC system and assist with GMP audits.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for a significant role within a visible business unit.
  • Engage in both operational and strategic tasks in a dynamic environment.
  • Potential for international travel.
Full Job Description
Ashland has an exciting opportunity for a Plant Process Engineer to join our Ashland Specialty Ingredients' AquariusTM Film Coatings business at our Wilmington, Delaware plant. This is a very visible, significant role within the Company. This position will report to the Plant Manager.

The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Works with the Plant and Quality Manager to establish annual goals and objectives for the site.
  • Works with Research and Development on new product introductions.
  • Develop new blending procedures to adapt to new ingredients and formulations.
  • Daily operational responsibilities include developing/issuing batch manufacturing instructions, as well as color matching existing products to the specified standard.
  • Utilizes statistical methods for color matching and process optimization to maintain and improve quality/yields.
  • Identifies and implements projects to achieve cost savings and resolve long-term operational safety and quality issues.
  • Investigate customer complaints, working closely with operations, quality, and R&D to determine root cause and implement corrective actions.
  • Support Allen-Bradley PLC system.
  • Support internal and external GMP audits.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the site.


In order to be qualified for this role, you must possess the following:
  • A Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Engineering, Pharmaceutical or related discipline.
  • One to five years in chemical manufacturing or a pharmaceutical environment.
  • Previous cGMP manufacturing experience, including ISO 9001, FSSC22000, IPEC, or FDA Quality Management Systems.
  • Individual must be able to respond appropriately during site emergencies as directed by the Site Emergency Manager.


The following skill sets are preferred by the business unit:
  • Experience with color matching is preferred
  • Ability to interface well with employees involved in manufacturing, quality control, and members of the site Leadership Team.
  • Ability to 1) identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including Corporate, 2) develop and foster a positive work environment at all levels, and 3) resolve conflicts through problem resolution skills.
  • Ability to identify Quality improvement opportunities and formulate action plans for implementation. This requires exceptional work planning and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to perform physical activities which include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting 25 lbs., or reaching, depending on the work activity required. Work is performed in an office/plant environment with frequent trips to the operating areas.
  • This position may require international travel.
  • Must be authorized to work in the US.


Third-party recruiters and agencies ("Agency") should not contact employees of Ashland or its subsidiaries directly. Any resumes sent by an Agency to a hiring manager, recruiter, or submitted to Ashland's career portal are considered unsolicited and the property of Ashland. Ashland will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume, unless the Agency has a signed contract with Ashland's Human Resources/Procurement department in advance of submitting a candidate for consideration. Verbal and written approvals will not be considered a valid service contract.

About Ashland Inc

Ashland Global Holdings Inc. is a global specialty chemicals company that provides innovative solutions to customers in a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including architectural coatings, automotive, construction, energy, food and beverage, personal care and pharmaceutical. Through our three business units - Ashland Specialty Ingredients, Ashland Performance Materials and Valvoline - we use good chemistry to make great things happen for customers in more than 100 countries.
Learn more about Ashland Inc
Size
3,800 employees
Market Cap
$5.7 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
-$484 million
Founded
1924
5 Year Trend
+0.7%
Revenue
$2.3 billion
NASDAQ
ASH
* Ladders Estimates

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