JOB DESCRIPTION



TASKS PROFILE:



Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on-going chemical reactions.
  
  


• Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes.
  
  


• Evaluate chemical equipment and processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
  
  


• Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes.
  
  


• Determine most effective arrangement of operations such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, and drying.
  
  


• Perform tests and monitor performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.
  
  


• Design and plan layout of equipment.
  
  


• Design measurement and control systems for chemical plants based on data collected in laboratory experiments and in pilot plant operations.
  
  


• Effectively communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates, in written form or in person.
  
  


• Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processed and procedures.
  
  


• Work with production to start up, enhance and improve all processes related to production and assist with defining SOPs.
  
  
  

• Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.


• Treat people with dignity and respect.


• Conduct all business with integrity.


• Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.


• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering plus 5 years of related experience (or Associate's Degree in Chemical Engineering plus 10 years of related experience).
  
  


• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.


• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
  
  


• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
  
  


• Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve production needs.
  
  


• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.