Process Engineer - Chemical Manufacturing

PPG - Gainesville, FL

Full-time - Entry Level

Gainesville, FL

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Process Engineer will serve as the site expert for technical issues at the Gainesville Plant, focusing on analyzing, troubleshooting, and resolving process or equipment issues. This role emphasizes continuous technical improvements, monitoring critical process performance, and collaborating with various on-site teams, including operations, maintenance, and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Develop in-depth equipment knowledge to be the subject matter expert for reviewing and preparing operating procedures and supporting skills development.
• Guide continuous technical improvements by collaborating with on-site teams to manage critical process performance.
• Participate in hazard analyses and scope development for capital projects.
• Monitor and report on process performance, product costs, and operational logistics.
• Prepare and audit scopes of work, estimates, schedules, and equipment specifications.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and designs, exercising effective judgment regarding functionality, cost, and timing.
• Introduce new products and technologies to the plant, working with global teams, including R&D.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering
• At least 6 months of proven experience in manufacturing
• Knowledge of process improvement, process design, and optimization
• Ability to lead

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Employee benefits programs designed to support health and well-being