Flex: Process Engineering Tech

Process Engineer- Aiken, SC Area - Full Time-On-SiteThe company's headquartered is in Massachusetts. They produce plant-based ingredients in their manufacturing facility using a variety of patented and proprietary microbial technologies. Our specialty products are in the field of food ingredients, flavors and fragrances, agricultural chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. We are seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer to support manufacturing operations. This person will be expected to play an integral part of the company's operations team.Why work for the Company:Opportunity – To be part in building a company focused on a future increasingly reliant on bio-manufacturing and making a sustainable and positive impact in the world.Accountability – You will build, manage and work in a hands-on environment to develop and articulate the company's product value propositions.Responsibilities:Provides day-to-day process monitoring, including troubleshooting of process, yield, quality and equipment reliability issues.Develops and maintains plant material balances, capacity evaluations, and area/plant yields. Scale up R&D equipment and processes to improve yields and cycle time on new processes.Engage with product marketing and manufacturing groups for process requirements.Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure equipment can be reliable and meet quality and cost targets. This activity includes design for enhancements to existing equipment manufacturability and new product equipment.Identifies, develops and implements process capacity and efficiency (yield) improvements, including operator tracking and downtime data and leading technical improvement teams.Performs execution and documentation of plant trials including detailed material balances and evaluation of in-process quality and batch record data.Monitors equipment performance and in-use time and coordinates production issues with the appropriate personnel.Initiates/supports area capital projects, including scope development, cost justification, control logic and start-up support. Take part in project teams as Leader, technical expert or operational expert.Perform as equipment and/or technology owner or expert to support operation and train operators.Provides Process Safety Management ownership responsibilities including process hazard analysis participation, supporting upkeep of drawings, procedures, and PSI files, and sponsoring management of change for equipment and process changes.Supports site safety and quality initiatives through participation & leadership in teams, incident/CAR analysis, and follow-up.Ensures smooth integration of activities and effective teamwork within Site Engineering functions (between project engineering, process engineering, and process controls engineering teams).S. in Chemical Engineering/Chemistry or a related disciplineMinimum three to eight years' experience in a chemical or pharmaceutical plant environment.Knowledge of piping and valve operations to control processes.Familiar with and capable of generating engineering flow diagrams, process flow diagrams, and capacity analysis.Experience in food or pharma industry desiredPreferred Working Style:Must be fully responsible and accountable for compliance with the provision of the safety, health, and environmental (SHE) policiesMust comply with Good Laboratory Practice and current Good Manufacturing PracticeMust be very well-organized and be able to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyMust be a quick learner who is self-motivated and able to ask questions and seek clarityMust be flexible with day-to-day duties and able to thrive in a start-up environmentMust be an excellent team member with strong communication skills and a desire to work collaborativelyMust hold him or herself to the highest professional, scientific and ethical standardsOther DutiesPlease note this job description does not fully describe or provide a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vets/Disability