Process Engineer jobs in Cedar Falls, IA

Position Summary

Reporting to the Chemical Engineer, 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 PCS 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

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee often works near moving mechanical parts and is regularly exposed to airborne particles and hazardous chemicals. 
• The employee is frequently exposed to hot and cold conditions.    
• The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  
• The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  

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.