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Production Process Engineer II (Nutrients)

Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc.
Pasadena, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 11/18/2025 CLOSED ON 12/18/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Process Engineer II (Nutrients) position at Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc.?

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Monitor daily the operating plant process conditions for opportunities to improve safety, productivity, quality, and cost.
  • Plan and conduct tests for the purpose of obtaining information useful to increasing production rates and/or improving quality and yield. Follow the procedure for conducting plant trials and use the Plant Trial form when applicable.
  • Suggest modifications to existing process equipment. Generate PIR where applicable. Follow the PIR procedure for the Handover of New or Modified Installations.
  • Plan, coordinate, and carry out new product/ grades and plant trials as required.
  • Troubleshoot process and equipment performance.
  • Lead and/or participate in problem-solving teams as requested.
  • Use SPC tools to enhance process problem solving.
  • Write operating procedures and conduct training of personnel when needed or requested.
  • Develop a functional knowledge of the plant process computer control systems sufficient to perform troubleshooting.
  • Train personnel on the process computer and process as requested.
  • Assist the SHE Department in the preparation of environmental reports when requested by the Production Manager.
  • Prepare monthly progress reports to the Production Manager, which include comparisons and analysis of production results versus budget targets for his/her area of responsibility.
  • Perform Process Safety Management tasks as requested, such as updating P&IDs, completing PSSRs, updating process safety information (PSI) records, and participating in HAZOP teams.
  • Must demonstrate the following emotional intelligence skills:
  • Emotional Empathy
  • Positive Attitude
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Flexibility / Adaptability
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Maintain complete and open lines of communication with other personnel, functions, or departments to facilitate operations and interaction in the organization.
  • Keep the supervisor informed of status and progress, ensuring that regular and periodic communication takes place.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and keeping abreast of industry trends and related compliance issues within the area of responsibilities.
  • Maintain professional conduct, attendance, and high ethical standards in the workplace, complying with the company's policies and procedures.
  • Fulfill mandatory training requirements applicable to the department and job duties as appropriate.
Qualifications

Behaviors
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Leader - Inspires teammates to follow them

Motivations
Ability to Make an Impact - Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help

Education
Bachelors of Chemical Engineering (required)

Skills
  • MS Outlook (required)
  • MS PowerPoint (required)
  • MS Excel (required)
  • MS Word (required)


  • Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.



    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    Kaneka Americas Holding, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity in the workforce. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, age, or any other factor protected by law.

     

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