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Momentive · 6 hours ago

Production Engineer/Specialist

US WV Friendly

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$93K/yr - $137K/yr

3+ years exp

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. As a Production Engineer/Specialist, you will serve as the primary technical resource for production areas, ensuring safe and efficient operations while driving improvements in EHS performance and product quality.

ChemicalIndustrialInformation TechnologyManufacturingSustainability

No H1B

Responsibilities

Champion a zero‑tolerance safety culture; model safe behaviors and ensure strict adherence to Momentive and regulatory EHS requirements

Serve as area owner for Management of Change (MOC); lead pre‑startup safety reviews for new/modified equipment or processes

Maintain and update JSAs; participate in and/or lead PHA, SVA, exposure‑reduction, and other hazard‑mitigation activities

Ensure contractors and employees understand job hazards (fire, explosion, toxic release, etc.) before work begins and throughout execution

Maintain required operating instructions, MOC records, and other compliance documentation for the assigned area

Ensure conformance to applicable company policies and standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHS programs) and provide required regulatory/permit reporting data (e.g., SARA, permitted units)

Deliver safe, on‑spec, on‑schedule production aligned with the sales/SIOP plan

Provide daily direction to production personnel; coordinate shift‑to‑shift handoffs and field operations support (including Night Notes / daily continuity)

Drive process stability, reliability, and cost reduction using Lean/Six Sigma and structured problem‑solving methods; support VCP and capital/expense projects

Track and improve key performance metrics (e.g., FPY/RFT, OEE, MTBF, POTIF); initiate corrective actions when targets are missed

Partner with Maintenance and Engineering to prioritize work, implement design changes, and ensure equipment health and asset life extension

Support safe scale‑up / introduction of new products in collaboration with Product & Process Technology

Ensure products meet QC specifications; evaluate process data (LIMS, analytical results) and lead/assist in investigations of OOS, SMI, and quality incidents

Participate in Quality Forward Look reviews and implement preventive/corrective actions

Develop, update, and deliver SOP, skills, and qualification training for operators and contractors

Communicate operational changes, risks, and short‑term modifications; maintain strong coordination across functions (Operations, EHS, Engineering, Finance, SIOP)

Participate in internal, customer, and regulatory audits, and close out findings

Lead or contribute to root cause analyses for unplanned events, near misses, EHS or quality deviations, and implement sustainable fixes

Monitor and optimize production costs; collaborate with Manufacturing Finance and SIOP to address yield variances and cost drivers

Perform additional duties as assigned to support safe, compliant, reliable plant operations

Qualification

Chemical EngineeringEHS RegulationsProcess OptimizationSAPLean/Six SigmaDCS SystemsStatistical EvaluationMicrosoft OfficeLeadership SkillsCommunication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, or related field, with 3+ years of production or process experience in the chemical industry OR High School Diploma/GED with at least 5+ years of direct experience working in chemical production

Strong commitment to safety with solid knowledge of EHS regulations and best practices

Proven problem-solving and analytical skills, including process data analysis, statistical evaluation, and troubleshooting of complex chemical systems

Understanding of business drivers and cost awareness

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate teams, manage change, and deliver measurable improvements

Highly motivated and accountable with a strong sense of ownership for production performance

Ability to lead and supervise a diverse workforce, including contractors

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Working knowledge of SAP, DCS systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset