Production Engineer

Production EngineerLocation: Upper Mount Bethel, PA - Advanced materials - UMBThe science of electronics is transforming exponentially through innovation and connectivity around the planet. Every day, breakthroughs are making technologies – from micro-processors, memory chips and flat panels to photovoltaic cells – even smaller and more powerful, opening up countless new possibilities in how the world lives, works and connects. Air Liquide Advanced Materials grows by enabling our customers to innovate. Our ALOHA™ and Voltaix® products are critical to the manufacturer of the newest computer chips required for Big Data and the Internet of Things.How Will You Contribute and Grow?The Production Engineer acts as a technical resource for Operations personnel in the plant, applying technical skills to optimize plant operations, resolve plant problems and enable safe and efficient production of quality products. The Engineer is expected to be able to interact effectively with a wide variety of teams to implement change effectively and sustain the gains. The Engineer is expected to be able to thrive in a fast paced and very dynamic environment. The annual base salary range for this position in California or New York City is $100,000 - $125,000. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Air Liquide considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.Are You a Match?Required Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Chemical EngineeringKnowledge in process or production engineering. Project engineering knowledge a plus.Preferred Qualifications:Chemical, food or pharmaceutical plant operations experienceExperience working with highly hazardous chemicals at a manufacturing facilityExperience establishing, tracking and driving gap closure with KPIs (Key Performance Metrics) or equivalent.Experience with Northwest Analytics (NWA) process analytical softwareWorking knowledge of PLC and Process Automation control systemsSix Sigma Green or Black Belt certification or equivalent knowledge5S and Lean Manufacturing experienceProcess hazard analysis training; LOPA and HAZOPRoot cause investigation training and methodologyAble to learn technical chemical processes quickly in a fast paced, dynamic environment.Able to effectively work with team mates in Maintenance, R&D, Process Development, Engineering, Quality and HSE (Health, Safety and Environment)Improvement project or capital project experienceMethodical data based problem solving and decision making skillsStrong organizational and planning skills with the ability to multitaskSelf-starter with the ability to perform well under pressure and changing prioritiesAbility to communicate concisely and effectively in written and verbal formats with stakeholders at multiple levels in the business.Our Differences make our PerformanceAt Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.