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Production Process Engineer II (Nutrients)

Kaneka Americas Holding

Pasadena, Texas

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Control Systems, HAZOP (Hazard and Operability Analysis), Identify Issues, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Operations Processes, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Engineering, Process Safety Management, Production Management, Productivity Management, Progress Reports, Publications, Quality Management, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Pasadena, Texas
POSTED
30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitor daily the operating plant process conditions for opportunities to improve safety, productivity, quality, and cost.
  • Plan and conduct tests for the purpose of obtaining information useful to increasing production rates and/or improving quality and yield. Follow the procedure for conducting plant trials and use the Plant Trial form when applicable. 
  • Suggest modifications to existing process equipment. Generate PIR where applicable. Follow the PIR procedure for the Handover of New or Modified Installations.
  • Plan, coordinate, and carry out new product/ grades and plant trials as required.
  • Troubleshoot process and equipment performance.
  • Lead and/or participate in problem-solving teams as requested.
  • Use SPC tools to enhance process problem solving.
  • Write operating procedures and conduct training of personnel when needed or requested.
  • Develop a functional knowledge of the plant process computer control systems sufficient to perform troubleshooting.
  • Train personnel on the process computer and process as requested.
  • Assist the SHE Department in the preparation of environmental reports when requested by the Production Manager.
  • Prepare monthly progress reports to the Production Manager, which include comparisons and analysis of production results versus budget targets for his/her area of responsibility.
  • Perform Process Safety Management tasks as requested, such as updating P&IDs, completing PSSRs, updating process safety information (PSI) records, and participating in HAZOP teams.
  • Must demonstrate the following emotional intelligence skills:
  • Emotional Empathy
  • Positive Attitude
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Flexibility / Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Maintain complete and open lines of communication with other personnel, functions, or departments to facilitate operations and interaction in the organization.
  • Keep the supervisor informed of status and progress, ensuring that regular and periodic communication takes place.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and keeping abreast of industry trends and related compliance issues within the area of responsibilities.
  • Maintain professional conduct, attendance, and high ethical standards in the workplace, complying with the company’s policies and procedures.
  • Fulfill mandatory training requirements applicable to the department and job duties as appropriate.

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Kaneka Americas Holding

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