Production Engineer

Kelly® Engineering is seeking a skilled Production Engineer and for a direct-hire position with a leader in specialty chemicals company in Houston, TX! If you are passionate about shaping the world we live in and are ready to reengineer your future, trust the experts at hiring experts.

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Salary

Up to $140,000 annually + relocation assistance available

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Production Engineer or within a Production environment as an Engineer.
• Experience in Chemical Manufacturing Plant environment.
• Distillation + Batch experience

Overview

• This client specializes in custom and specialty chemical manufacturing, crafting solutions for diverse markets like oil & gas, paints & coatings, and oleochemicals. They're known for distillation & reaction expertise, blending high-quality products with personalized service for leading chemical companies.
• As a Production Engineer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing distillation projects and hydrogenation reactors, optimizing plant operations, and contributing to yield improvement and cost-saving initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the operation of distillation projects and hydrogenation reactors.
• Understand and learn how equipment associated with the campaign operates.
• Work with the Operations Manager to provide data and chemical engineering support for specific product campaigns.
• Collaborate with Technical Advising and plant personnel to optimize operations and meet plant goals.
• Liaise with Quality Assurance personnel to ensure compliance with product specifications.
• Assist the Engineering Department in developing cost-effective projects to optimize production.
• Develop procedures for items already in production or planned for future production.
• Prepare and enhance operating instructions.
• Troubleshoot plant operations and generate reports detailing campaign efforts.
• Develop and maintain campaign-specific schedules to meet production demand.
• Ensure efficient campaign operations through collaboration with plant personnel and data analysis.
• Actively participate in identifying process and safety improvements with field operators.
• Communicate technical information and issues to plant personnel at all levels when necessary.
• Optimize the disposition of waste generated in each project to improve cost savings.
• Lead quarterly improvement meetings with Technical Advising personnel for main projects.
• Lead pre-campaign meetings prior to start-up to discuss all project execution-related matters.

Requirements:

• B.S in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of work experience in a similar engineering role (Production, Process or Operations Engineer preferred).
• Willingness to participate in the 24/7 production facility call-out policy when needed.
• Ability to function and communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to work on shifts for 30 days during the 90-day probationary period.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC Card.
• Honeywell Experion experience is a plus.
• Microsoft Project experience is a plus.
• Various physical activities, including walking, working from a seated position, ascending/descending ladders, bending, and using upper extremities.
• Ability to exert force when necessary and lift/move objects as required.
• Subject to environmental conditions, including extreme heat, vibration, and exposure to hazards.
• Must wear appropriate PPE for tasks as required, including FRC uniform, hard hat, safety toe work boots, safety glasses, gloves, etc.