Job ID: 41867 |
Location: Louisville, Kentucky, USA |
Expected Salary Range*: $82,602.00 - $110,136.00 |
Work Model: Onsite
Clariant is seeking a Production Engineer, Catalyst to support our PPCAT facility in Louisville, KY. In this role, you will manage production line performance and provide technical expertise to improve process reliability, product quality, cost efficiency, and environmental, safety, and health performance. Reporting to the Process Engineer Manager, you will collaborate with plant teams to solve operational challenges, standardize processes, and drive continuous improvement. If you enjoy turning technical challenges into practical improvements, we encourage you to apply!
Responsibilities- Support daily performance of assigned production lines, troubleshooting process and equipment issues with operations teams to maintain safe, reliable production.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulations and Clariant policies; lead or participate in risk assessments and implement corrective actions.
- Initiate and evaluate process and product modifications through the Management of Change (MOC) process, supporting trials and investment projects.
- Improve First Pass Quality (FPQ), address process abnormalities, and support investigations and corrective actions related to customer quality concerns.
- Develop and maintain process documentation and operating procedures; support operator training on procedures and process changes.
- Lead collaborative improvement efforts to strengthen production performance, cost efficiency, quality, safety, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection.
- Apply Clariant Excellence and Lean Six Sigma tools to track performance indicators and implement measurable process improvements.
- Champion plant management systems, including applicable ISO standards, and reinforce consistent use of established operating procedures.
Requirements- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or a related field.
- More than two years of production and/or process improvement experience, including hands-on implementation of improvements in chemical manufacturing; catalyst experience is not required.
- Demonstrated understanding of chemical processing equipment, including pumps, filters, distillation columns, and dryers; controls systems experience is a plus.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to navigate differing perspectives and build productive relationships; knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and advanced computer skills.
- Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship now or in the future; sponsorship is not available for this position.
What's in it for you?- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances
- Paid Holidays
- PTO time with a carry-over benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Program
- EAP Program
- Spending and Savings Accounts
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Online discount Mall
- Auto/Home Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Legal Services Plan
- *Includes base salary and annual incentive bonus; final offer based on skills, experience and internal equity.
Mahogany McClurkin
Talent Acquisition Partner
