Recochem Inc.

Senior Project Engineer

Recochem Inc. Alsip, IL

We are Prestone (subsidiary of Recochem) - Since 1927, Prestone® has protected drivers and their vehicles with cutting-edge products. From its iconic yellow jug antifreeze/coolant to its innovative stop leak line, the Prestone® brand honors its 90-year history by keeping its groundbreaking formulas laps ahead of the competition.


We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join our team at the Prestone Alsip facility! You will be responsible for the management and delivery of technology related projects across various departments.


What You'll Be Doing:


  • Determine project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards; completing technical studies; preparing cost estimates; preparing and justifying capital requests through project execution.
  • Utilize project management tools and engineering discipline to define and implement solutions that meet project goals and objectives within budgeted timelines, costs and resources.
  • Quickly assess current and desired state, developing solutions to meet clearly defined goals.
  • Research and negotiate with vendors and third-party contractors to vet prospective projects, agree on timelines, establish agreements, and present multi-quote options and solutions to stakeholders.
  • Plan and execute plant layout, process flow, and machine capability improvements.
  • Utilize Design for Manufacturability (DFM) approach to ensure production lines are balanced and employee interactions are minimized.
  • Participate in cross-facility initiatives and expand network to determine company-wide best practices and improvement of business processes.
  • Identify and implement solutions for product yield loss reduction, step change increases in equipment availability and overall production line throughput focusing on disciplined management of change.
  • KPIs (ROI, Project Timeline and Budget Adherence, Cost-Take-Out $, Revenue Impacted $, OEE)
  • Identifies and leads subcontractors as needed
  • Forge relationships with business partners throughout the site and organization. Communicate well and clearly, taking the time to understand manufacturing processes. Lead project update meetings, ensuring key stakeholders are updated and engaged throughout the life cycle of a project.


What You'll Bring:


  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical Engineering
  • Capable of travelling up to 35%
  • 10+ Years project management experience or project engineering experience
  • Consumer packaged goods, filling or similar manufacturing environment
  • Capital Engineered Products experience
  • Technical trouble shooting and solution oriented, equipment specific design
  • Experience utilizing AutoCAD or similar design software
  • Smartsheet or other project management software
  • Comfortable working with data to guide decision making through design of experiments
  • Strong project management skills, Strong analysis and critical thinking skills
  • Deadline and detail-oriented
  • Strong leadership qualities


What You Will Get


PRESTONE offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with PRESTONE's retirement savings options including employer match. PRESTONE also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth.

PRESTONE is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. PRESTONE does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, status in uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law.

PRESTONE is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately.

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Engineering and Project Management
  • Industries

    Manufacturing

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