Senior Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join a global specialty chemical company focused on optimizing specialty coatings. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to enhance and implement processes within a non-union facility, while also addressing the challenges presented by outdated systems and equipment. This position is pivotal in ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective production that meets customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the operations team, leveraging problem-solving skills and technical expertise.
• Own day-to-day production troubleshooting and lead cross-functional teams to address production issues.
• Collect and categorize lost production data to prevent hindrances to the supply plan.
• Monitor and collect data on yield, energy usage, and sustainability to meet conversion cost and sustainability goals.
• Measure machinery performance to ensure reliable, low-cost, high-quality production.
• Respond urgently to plant issues and emergencies.
• Act as a unit technical expert during unplanned events and execute corrective and preventative actions.
• Provide expertise in diagnosing and optimizing plant raw material and utility usage.
• Validate and improve the technical skills of operations team members.
• Support the maintenance of up-to-date and accurate standard operating procedures.
• Understand site integration and provide input to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Learn and apply continuous improvement, value creation, and financial acumen to enhance facility profitability.
• Drive high levels of safety, quality, responsiveness, and reliability for customers.
• Develop training programs for operators and supervisors.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing plant working with cross-functional teams.
• Experience leading change and teams without direct reports.
• Proficiency in change control and utilizing lean processes to improve KPIs and conduct root cause analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with ISO 9000 or 9001 compliance and documentation.
• Exposure to EPA regulations and documentation.

Work Environment

This position involves spending 65-75% of the time on the manufacturing floor, addressing various challenges such as waste management, utility usage, and maintaining aging equipment. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact continuous improvement projects with a potential career path to Operations Manager within five years.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Saint Louis,MO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Salary : $50 - $55