Production Engineer - Formaldehyde

Production Engineer - HCHO

We have an immediate opening for a "Production Engineer - HCHO." This position will be based out of our Columbus, Ohio plant. Responsibilities will include supporting our Columbus, Ohio and Detroit, Michigan facilities.

Summary:

Capital Resin Corporation is seeking a Production Engineer in our Engineering Department. Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this position will be responsible for supporting the overall engineering, design, and safe operations & efficiencies of the production systems.

The Production Engineer - HCHO is responsible for managing the safe and efficient operation of the Formaldehyde plant operations. This position will be responsible for scheduling, maintenance coordination, training, documentation, and continuous improvement. This position directly manages the Formaldehyde Supervisor & 7- Formaldehyde Operators.

Responsibilities will include:

1. Production Department Leadership
   1. Directly supervise, coach, and develop the HCHO Supervisor and HCHO Chemical Operators.
   2. Establish clear expectations for safety, production performance, product quality, housekeeping, reliability, and employee conduct.
   3. Ensure adequate staffing, scheduling, training, and cross-training to support safe and reliable department operations.
   4. Maintain a visible presence in the production area and provide timely support when operational issues arise.
   5. Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
   6. Conduct or support performance evaluations, coaching, corrective action, and employee development activities in accordance with company policies.

1. HCHO Production Operations
   1. Monitor production activities to ensure products are manufactured according to established operating procedures, specifications, and production schedules.
   2. Review production data, process trends, operating conditions, and equipment performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
   3. Coordinate with the HCHO Supervisor to manage daily production priorities and respond to changing operational requirements.
   4. Ensure appropriate response to process upsets, abnormal operating conditions, equipment failures, and other production disruptions.
   5. Ensure effective shift-to-shift communication and accurate documentation of operating conditions and production issues.

1. Process Engineering and Optimization
   1. Analyze process data and operating trends to identify root causes of process variability and performance issues.
   2. Develop and implement process improvements that increase production capacity, reduce costs, improve reliability, and minimize waste.
   3. Conduct technical troubleshooting of HCHO production processes and provide recommendations for corrective action.
   4. Maintain and improve process documentation, operating procedures, process flow diagrams, and other technical documentation.

1. Safety, Environmental, and Process Safety Management
   1. Support Process Safety Management (PSM) activities, including process hazard analyses, management of change, operating procedures, pre-startup safety reviews, incident investigations, and mechanical integrity programs, as applicable.
   2. Participate in hazard assessments, job safety analyses, risk assessments, and safety audits.
   3. Support emergency preparedness and response activities involving HCHO production operations.

1. Maintenance and Reliability
   1. Identify critical production equipment and support the development of preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
   2. Assist with prioritization of maintenance work based on production needs, safety, reliability, and business impact.
   3. Participate in equipment failure investigations and root-cause analyses.
   4. Support turnaround planning, equipment inspections, repairs, and commissioning activities.
   5. Provide technical input into equipment modifications and replacement projects.

1. Capital Projects and Process Improvements
   1. Provide technical leadership and production input for capital projects
   2. Develop or support project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and technical specifications.
   3. Participate in equipment selection, design reviews, commissioning, start-up, and project closeout.
   4. Ensure production personnel are properly trained before implementation of new processes or equipment.
   5. Identify opportunities or automation, energy reduction, capacity increases, waste reduction, and operating cost improvements.

Requirements:

• Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemical Process Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, production engineering, or a related industrial environment.
• Experience with process troubleshooting, optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise production personnel.
• Ability to respond effectively to production emergencies and abnormal operating conditions.

• Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in chemical manufacturing, process engineering, production engineering, or a related industrial environment.
• Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) requirements.
• Experience with Management of Change (MOC), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and incident investigation processes.
• Prior supervisory experience is a bonus.

If you are a motivated individual with a strong attention to detail and a passion for chemical manufacturing, we encourage you to apply for this position.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career growth within our organization.