As Chemical Product Engineer, you will specialize and have experience in the Manufacturing/Process and Product Design and troubleshooting and improvement of the plant process systems and network regarding paint and/or coatings within a manufacturing environment. The primary focus of this position is to work closely with operations and Technical lab to implement strategies to continuously improve plant operations. You will work at the Oak Creek, Wisconsin PPG plant and report to the Plant Manager.
Key Responsibilities
Be site expert for plant technical issues by providing proactive analytical skills to troubleshoot and problem solve process within the plant.
Collaborate with Technical and the formulators on new batch requests, review, document results, and make minor adjustments to meet specifications.
Update formulas as needed for transferred product codes (according to Technical guidelines)
Preview batches in production schedule to proactively reduce chance of issues and identify potential changes with cleans.
Manage Work-off inventory by writing AVOs to consume and identify action items during post batch reviews.
Execute raw material substitutions to eliminate production delays and produce savings (according to Technical guidelines
Resolve formulation issues on problem batches during production run by specifying adjustments through AVOs
Lead and/or help follow processes: PPAPs, Gauge R&R, FMEA, RCFA, DOEs, and MOCs as it relates to products and process.
Lead root cause failure analysis and problem solving sessions,
Support new product and technology introductions to the plant, working with global teams including R&D.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Engineering or related technical field preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
Working knowledge of process improvement, process design and optimization, and quality assurance processes and procedures.
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaborative relationship within all levels of the organization.
Strength in creative problem solving and leading cross functional teams to meet business objectives.
Training and experience with root cause failure analysis (RCFA).
Six Sigma Black Belt Certification preferred.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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