Project / Process Engineer

Avantor is looking for a proactive and experienced Process or Project Engineer to optimize our Performance Materials team in the acids and solvents business that is delivering results against some of the most complex business and technology initiatives. 

This role will be a full-time position based out of our Phillipsburg, NJ facility. You will have the opportunity to oversee the daily planning and implementation of our maintenance and manufacturing activities. If you have experience supervising teams in a manufacturing setting – let’s talk! 

The team 

This team is part of our Chemical manufacturing department. This team supports the innovation and growth objectives of major industries across the globe by providing raw materials for pharmaceutical and biotech companies

What we’re looking for 

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field required.
• Experience: Minimum of five (3) years of related experience required 
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in a chemical manufacturing environment required 
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred 

Who you are:

• General knowledge of chemistry and high purity chemical processing/engineering, and microelectronic applications.
• Demonstrated complex problem-solving expertise and experience.
• Demonstrated application of SPC tools and implementation.
• Working knowledge and experience in distillation and separation purification technologies, chemical synthesis unit operations, process control, environmental control systems, and clean manufacturing 
• Working knowledge of financial/cost systems and standard operating procedures process 
• Knowledge of Federal and State regulation relative to process safety in a PSM regulated operation.
• Knowledge of FDA, cGMP, ISO 9000 and applicable state and federal environmental regulations  
• Demonstrated organizational, technical leadership, presentation and communication skills 
• Ability to understand analytical procedures, quantify analytical results, and make adjustments and corrections as needed.
• Ability to partner effectively with all functions and levels of the organization.
• Detail oriented; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong sense of urgency, initiative, and drive.
• Strong organization and prioritization skills.

How you will thrive and create an impact 

• Analyze existing processes and identify areas for improvement, including cost reduction, efficiency improvement, safety and quality improvements.
• Interfaces with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Marketing, Customer Service, R&T, and customers; participates in routine communication between each of these groups and the business.
• Provides timely and effective data analysis, root cause analysis, corrective and preventative action execution in response to process trends or out of control data points, or any other issues as they arise. 
• Leads multi-functional process capability improvement, MOC and validation efforts.
• Collaborates with Production Leadership, Procurement and external vendors to implement/lead business improvement plans.
• Accountable for product quality, non-conforming product disposition, process throughput, waste minimization, training/skill usage of hourly employees, yield improvement, investigation and reduction of production variances for identified products/processes 
• Accountable for tracking process reliability, developing corrective action reports and complaint responses, implement process improvements and corrective actions. 
• Develops batch production records/standard operating procedures to ensure Process of Record compliance.
• Leads and manages project teams throughout the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, and closure.
• Directs contractors and hourly employees to monitor processes, collect data, install equipment and make process modifications.
• Develops, designs and implements capital projects to support plant initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned with or without accommodation.

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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