Process Engineer

Zinpro

Shell Rock, IA

Full-Time

Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Engineering Manager the Process Engineer is a key contributor to Zinpro’s success support business and operational objectives by leading continuous improvement initiatives throughout all Zinpro manufacturing facilities; including the assessment, development and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment and operating strategy. Work will center around process improvement, equipment selection, operating strategy, commissioning new equipment, and other activities related to successful and world class operation of the plant. Success in this position requires strong analytical and project management skills, including the ability to lead and execute process improvement activities of varying complexity in a chemical manufacturing environment. This role is based at Zinpro’s manufacturing plant in Shell Rock, Iowa.

Essential Functions

Leads projects and activities in the areas of process improvement, equipment selection, operating strategy, commissioning new equipment, and other activities related to successful and world class operation of the plant
Leads the implementation of process improvement programs through cross-functional project management using a data-driven approach to problem solving and decision making
Provides day-to-day technical support to Plant Operators and Maintenance Technicians, including development and execution of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and technical assistance to operations for problem solving, optimization and training
Performs technical evaluations as needed to help ensure and confirm the success of new installations and modifications
Assists in the selection, development, monitoring and continuous improvement of defined Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) and presents this information visually and verbally
Produces monthly production efficiency reports for i.e. energy cost/kg, downtime, etc.
Supports Environmental Health and Safety Compliance, cGMP and Food Safety Compliance
Collaborates with Lab personnel to improve testing consistency as it relates to process expectations
Creates technical presentations including value-based analysis that justify process capital and system improvements
Works across all Zinpro plants to align local efforts and create best practices for Zinpro Operations
Manages audits of Operational data to identify issues with consistency and adherence to established process standards
Assists with the implementation of ISO and other regulatory requirements
Assists with production scheduling, operator shift schedules and the training of plant personnel as needed
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience working in a production environment or warehouse operation
Computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)

Preferred:

Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical Engineering

Travel Requirements

This position will work primarily at their home manufacturing plant facility and is expected to engage in company-sponsored travel approximately 10-15% of the time. Travel will consist primarily of visits to Zinpro Corporate Headquarters and manufacturing facilities.  

Core Values

Must represent the following skills and qualities that align with Zinpro’s Core Values:

Build Trust: We believe in being purposeful with our words and actions.  We work to build trust with customers, vendors, and co-workers through being truthful and fulfilling our commitments. We honor our word and are accountable for our actions.

Win Together: We believe we can better achieve when we work united, internally and with customers.  When we embrace and leverage our diverse individual talents with global perspectives, we create a team that’s stronger and smarter than any one individual.  We are all bound by the belief that when we work together, we can realize greater potential.
Serve Generously: We believe in putting people first, supporting each other’s efforts and treating all with kindness and respect. We work in partnership with customers and ourselves to create opportunities; a win for another is a win for us.
Always Improve: We believe in what’s right and pursuing continuous growth and improvement for customers, our company, and ourselves.  Our high expectations drive us to deliver the highest quality consistently and reliably.  We work to be better each day.
Dream Big: We believe advancement starts with being curious.  We embrace the freedom to explore, create, and express ideas without the fear of failure.  We always learn from each other and our customers, from our successes and our mistakes.

Zinpro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.