Plant Engineer

Location: Freeport, TX

Onsite

As a Plant Engineer, you’ll be responsible for managing the plant improvement potential in order to reduce manufacturing costs, improve SHEQ performance, and optimize process operations by evaluation or if needed execution of improvement projects, including capital expense projects.

At dsm-firmenich people are at the heart of the company. We are committed to equal employment opportunities and value diversity in the workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the continuous improvement program for the site:

• Develop and maintain KPI’s to monitor plant performance.

• Collect and prioritize improvements ideas

• Estimate, maintain and report on all the costs and benefits of opportunities.

• Lead the site Lean Six Sigma program to improve yield, reduce energy usage, improve quality and reduce costs.

• Provide engineering supports for normal operation, plant upsets, and startup/shutdown.

• Support site capex projects by:

• Lead the project gatekeeping processes.

• Ensure capex projects are comply with DSM Requirements, local laws, and applicable standards.

• Facilitate RCAs and A3 analysis.

• Assist in executing projects when needed.

  We bring:

• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;

• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;

• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;

• The opportunity to work for a company where sustainability is much more than a claim and is core to our strategy and purpose;

• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;

• Barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected – regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity;

• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;

• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

  You bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering.

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with chemical process design and analysis.

• Good understanding of the chemical unit operation principles (reactors, exchangers, columns, pumps, etc.).

• Strong interpersonal skills to interact and communicate effectively with all levels of personnel.

• Lean Six Sigma Training preferred.

• Knowledge of LSS tools and their applications, such as FMEA, RCA, Kaizen, etc.

  dsm-firmenich is fully dedicated to inclusion because when people feel engaged and empowered, their creativity and innovation drives unprecedented progress. We aim to build a workplace where opportunity really is equal, so everyone can thrive. We do not discriminate: there’s a place for everyone at dsm-firmenich.

  dsm-firmenich is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. dsm-firmenich people are as diverse as our customers. For us that includes a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

  We are committed to providing reasonable support for disabled applicants in our recruiting process. Should you need assistance, and are comfortable to share this, please let us know.

  About dsm-firmenich

  As innovators in nutrition, health, and beauty, dsm-firmenich reinvents, manufactures, and combines vital nutrients, flavors, and fragrances for the world’s growing population to thrive. With our comprehensive range of solutions, with natural and renewable ingredients and renowned science and technology capabilities, we work to create what is essential for life, desirable for consumers, and more sustainable for the planet. dsm-firmenich is a Swiss-Dutch company, listed on the Euronext Amsterdam, with operations in almost 60 countries and revenues of more than €12 billion. With a diverse, worldwide team of nearly 30,000 employees, we bring progress to life™ every day, everywhere, for billions of people. www.dsm-firmenich.com.

  Please note this is a direct search led by dsm-firmenich. We only accept applications from candidates, not from agencies nor subject to agency’s fees, percentages or similar.

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