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Chemical Plant Technical Manager

Company:
Channel Personnel Services
Location:
Chicago, IL
Pay:
140000USD - 165000USD per year
Posted:
August 13, 2025
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Job Description

Subject Matter Expert (SME) in production equipment and utility systems, process technology, and plant operating practices

PSM/RMP program coordinator

Troubleshoot site Delta V process control system and Aspen IP.21 data historian including batch operations, EM management, and cyber security functionality (RSSC-L)

Champion of continuous improvement from project ideation through scope development and execution

Site representative for process design and new product scale-up activities. Collaborate with R&D, Recipe Industrialization Engineer, Pilot Plant, and plant operations to drive new product from pilot to full production.

Additional tasks as assigned by the Plant Manager

This position has 1 Process Engineer, 1 Capital Engineer reporting to it.

10-20% travel

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

Ø Directly support production activities (50%)

· Develop and maintain production procedures (BOPs) and the operator training program to support safe and efficient operations.

· Build and maintain BOM’s and other relevant site SAP data.

· Troubleshoot and resolve Delta V issues to support ongoing production.

· Track production efficiency and capacity utilization, addressing trends as needed to stay on target.

· Drive continuous improvement through OpEx and CAPEX project work.

· Support shutdown planning activities and execute tasks as assigned.

· Support site HES policy and comply with all regulatory and internal requirements including safety or environmental incident investigation and closure.

· Support site ISO 9001:2015 program including ongoing QRA

· Report quality kpi, monitor trends, and drive continuous improvement.

· Support resolution of customer complaints in a timely manner.

· Ensure alignment with RC 14001 program managed by the site QHES Manager and support integration of management systems where sensible.

Ø Manage PSM / RMP Program (35%)

· Ensure process safety information is accurate and complete, including mass and energy balances, design calculations for emergency relief equipment, and the list of critical interlocks.

· Develop and maintain operating procedures.

· Lead incident investigations using appropriate RCA tools and ensure implementation of effective corrective actions.

· Facilitate PHA’s and Facility Siting studies, tracking action items through closure.

· Manage MOC approval routing and track status of action items through closure.

· Shared ownership of training plans, safe work permits, and emergency response plans with QHES Manager, and PSSR with Maintenance and Plant Engineer.

Ø Personnel Management (15%)

· Mentor and develop a team of production/process engineers.

· Utilize HR tools to set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide feedback.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

v B.S. degree in Engineering, preferably Chemical Engineering

v Working knowledge of PSM, RMP, ISO, Responsible Care preferred

v Minimum 10 years of experience in a chemical manufacturing environment

v Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills

v Supervisory or alternate leadership experience preferred

v Must be able to multi-task and effectively manage stress in a fast-paced work environment.

v Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

v High level of attention given to detail and accuracy in work products

v Strong leadership skills

v HES Requirement – All Jobs

v Supports the site HES policy and complies with all regulatory and internal requirements

v Participates in HES activities provided by site management.

v Supports and promotes the reporting of all health, safety, environmental, near-miss, accident or injury incidents

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