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WHO YOU ARE:
Are you driven by optimizing processes and improving their safe operation? We're looking for a talented Process Improvement and Safety Engineer to join our innovative team and make a significant impact on the safety and efficiency of our equipment and chemical operations at customer facilities as well as our own manufacturing operations. If so, apply to our Process Improvement and Safety Engineer role!
WHO WE ARE:
- Leader in food safety solutions for both contract sanitation and chemistry in the food processing industry.
- Over 10,000 dedicated team members across North America.
- Corporate headquarters in Atlanta, GA with team members working in over 250 plants throughout North America.
- Over 50+ years of experience in creating long-lasting partnerships.
OUR MISSION:
We protect the food supply by eliminating risks so families everywhere can eat without fear.
- Protect What Matters: We are in service of safety at every step, ensuring the health of everyone is central to all we do – from plant team members to consumers.
- Deliver On Our Promises: We speak honestly and are dedicated to doing the right thing by upholding ethical standards and following through on our commitments to our teams, our customers, and our business.
- Win as a Team: We believe in the power of collaboration, uniting our diverse strengths while working hand-in-hand with our team members and customers to unlock potential and achieve stronger results together.
- Advance a Safer Future: We are committed to innovating more effective, sustainable, and cost-efficient food safety solutions to develop a safer world for all.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
The Process Improvement and Safety Engineer will identify and work to implement process and safety improvement opportunities within the operations at Safe Foods' customer facilities. Although based onsite, this position will require traveling to customer facilities and working alongside their designated representatives to improve the safety and efficiency of operations involving Safe Foods equipment and chemicals at their site. In addition, this role may also be involved in similar activities and process engineering support work at our chemical manufacturing locations. The Process Improvement and Safety Engineer will be the technical expert within Safe Foods for day-to-day operations of equipment and chemical utilization at our customer locations. Expectations and activities may include, but not be limited to:
- Utilize various Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) techniques (PHA/HAZOP/LOPA) to conduct safety and operability studies for operations involving Safe Foods equipment and chemicals at customer facilities (primarily) and at Safe Foods manufacturing facilities, as needed/requested.
- Perform Root Cause Analyses as needed.
- Develop, maintain, and continually improve operating and emergency response procedures involving Safe Foods equipment and chemicals at customer facilities (primarily) and at Safe Foods manufacturing facilities, as needed/requested.
- Gain an in-depth understanding of Safe Foods equipment and chemical utilization in our customers' facilities and become the technical expert within Safe Foods for day-to-dayoperations of equipment and chemical utilization at our customer locations (primarily) and at Safe Foods manufacturing facilities, as needed/requested.
- With the above knowledge:
- Identify opportunities to improve safety related to equipment operation associated with chemicals supplied by Safe Foods. Once opportunities are identified, lead the efforts to implement the improvements which may include serving as division representative for capital projects, writing operating and emergency response procedures, and developing and delivering training for facility personnel.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement. Once opportunities are identified, lead the efforts to implement the improvements which may include serving as division representative for capital projects, writing operating and emergency response procedures, and developing and delivering training for facility personnel.
- Adhere to all safety policies and guidelines; be accountable for your personal safety and the safety of your co-workers.
- Cultivate and model a safety culture with team members and be an advocate for safe operation of our customers' facilities, as well as our own.
- Perform duties required to comply with SQF standards.
- Provide day-to-day chemical manufacturing support and technical assistance that involves troubleshooting, identifying, and providing solutions for root causes of operational problems using knowledge of chemical processing and data analysis.
- Work in teams or independently to provide safer operations, increase production capacity, improve product yield, and reduce manufacturing costs.
- Manage several projects simultaneously and effectively communicate progress to stakeholders on a regular basis.
- Develop, propose, and implement approved process improvement projects through collaboration with other key personnel.
- Apply sound process economic analysis principles to determine and document project values.
- Lead and coordinate the design, implementation, and support of new processes.
- Assist with developing and maintaining accurate P&IDs.
- Assist with programming development for new processes and improvement of existing automation.
- Provide instructions for ensuring equipment is safely prepared for maintenance work and issue lock-out/tag-out checklists for maintenance work.
- Help build the process knowledge and troubleshooting skills of operating and maintenance personnel.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
YOUR MUST HAVES:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline from an ABET accredited engineering school.
- Effective communication, both written and verbal.
- Attention to detail and a keen sense of observation.
- Motivation to solve complex problems and troubleshoot abnormal data.
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Comfortable with Microsoft Office.
- Must be highly motivated, self-starter with the ability to work alone, and as a functioning member of a team.
WHAT WE PREFER YOU HAVE:
- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from an ABET accredited engineering school.
- 2 years of related experience in chemical manufacturing that included responsibilities for process safety and operational efficiency improvement.
OUR ENVIRONMENT:
Combination of an office and manufacturing environments. Periodic standing, setting, pushing, pulling, carrying or lifting materials up to 25 pounds can be required. Personal Protective Equipment (“PPE”) must be worn in applicable settings.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”)
- Training & Development Opportunities
Fortrex Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, creed, sex, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, uniform service member status, veteran status, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status, in accordance with all applicable federal state, and local laws. Fortrex Solutions is committed to complying with the laws protecting qualified individuals with disabilities. Fortrex Solutions will provide a reasonable accommodation for any known physical or mental disability of a qualified individual with a disability to the extent required by law, provided the requested accommodation does not create an undue hardship for the Company and/or does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others in the workplace and/or to the individual. If a team member requires an accommodation, they must notify the site manager or the Corporate Human Resources Department. If an applicant requires an accommodation, they must notify the hiring manager and/or the Recruiter hiring for the position.
YOUR NEXT STEPS:
APPLY! All applications will be reviewed, and qualified candidates will be contacted to continue into the interview process. If you feel like you are a good fit for this position, APPLY! If you want to
be a part of a large organization that treats you like family, APPLY NOW!
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