DanChem
- Optimize core products-improving cycle time, efficiency and throughput
- Maintain/streamline/improve manufacturing procedures and documentation
- Routinely train and refresh operators on procedures and best practices
- Create and maintain data/charts/reports for all products to increase awareness and visibility
- Use Six Sigma methods to improve efficiency and yield
- Successfully execute customer trials in the Plant
- Operate all equipment related to customer trials including reactors, dryers, centrifuges, filter presses, pumps, mills, etc.
- Expertly navigate DCS system
- Assist Shift Supervisor in completing associated paperwork
- Participate in project/product post campaign review to identify successes and opportunities for improvement
- Work with maintenance to overcome setup issues
- Assist in tracking plant performance utilizing Lean Six Sigma tools.
- Fill-in Shift Supervisor as needed
- Manage project/product development from beginning to end including the scoping, design, execution and optimization of customer processes and reporting progress during new business funnel review meetings to senior management and stakeholders
- Develop and maintain manufacturing procedures for new product trials until project reaches commercialization stage
- Develop effective cleaning processes and train operators on pre- and post-cleaning protocols
- Develop FMEAs for targeted processes/equipment
- Serve as primary customer contact and liaison for all aspects of production trials
- Coordinate all aspects of trials with internal stakeholders, including purchasing and logistics, shipping, customer service, and QC laboratory
- Train and supervise technicians/operators in setup, operational, and cleaning procedures
- Execute manufacturing trials according to the published schedule
- Monitor performance of manufacturing trial against initial estimates and present results and recommended changes during post-campaign reviews
- Participate in process safety steering committee and conduct on-time PSM reviews and PSSRs
Skills, Qualifications, Experience, Special Physical Requirements:
- BS Chemical Engineering
- 7 years of experience in chemical manufacturing preferred, with demonstrated experience running chemical processes including all aspects of development and execution
- Working knowledge in project management including proficiency with project management software such as MS Project and Excel
- Technical competence with various statistical software programs such as Minitab
- Ability to conduct material and energy balances on process unit operations
- Ability to assemble and effectively present ideas, concepts and proposals to all company and customer levels (Executive, Buyer, and Engineer) in a concise and professional manner
- Strong organization, prioritization and follow-up skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills
- Results oriented mindset as a self-starter who works well independently and understands expectations
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills that support effective decision making
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