EDC/VCM PROCESS ENGINEER I

Company Overview for Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A.

Founded in 1978, Formosa Plastics Corporation, U.S.A. (Formosa Plastics) is a growing, vertically-integrated supplier of plastic resins and petrochemicals. With annual revenues of more than $5 billion, we employ over 2,800 people who operate 20 production units in six business divisions - Olefins, Polyolefins, Vinyl, Specialty Polyvinyl Chloride, Chlor-Alkali, and Oil & Gas.

Formosa Plastics offers a full line of polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene and polypropylene resins, caustic soda and other petrochemicals that deliver the consistency, performance and quality that customers demand. We market our polypropylene and polyethylene resins under the Formolene® tradename; we market our suspension PVC and specialty (dispersion) PVC resins under the Formolon® tradename. We also produce and sell caustic soda, ethylene dichloride, commercial bleach and hydrochloric acid.

We are committed to supplying the highest quality products and services to our customers, providing a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and contributing to the quality of life in the communities where we operate. This commitment is made possible through our dedicated people, consistent products, continued protection of the environment and ongoing investments in new product development, quality control systems and safe, modern and energy-efficient production facilities.

Formosa Plastics is a privately held company headquartered in Livingston, New Jersey. Our core business, producing plastic resins and petrochemicals, takes place at three wholly-owned chemical manufacturing subsidiaries located in Delaware City, Delaware, Baton Rouge, Louisiana and Point Comfort, Texas.

POSITION OBJECTIVE 
The Process Engineer increases productivity by integrating plant assets, personnel, technology, energy, MIS, effective maintenance, instrumentation, production, raw material handling, and material flow processes. The Process Engineer will also assist in daily plant operations by interfacing and coordinating activities with plant personnel. Assist in improvement projects, data review, and operational objectives are all met. Information systems, including CPMS & DCS, PI are providing monthly, daily, and other reports. All while sustaining a safe and healthful working environment that meets environmental, health, and safety regulations and Company requirements.

MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY 
Process Improvement: Utilizes recognized statistical process techniques and other measurement tools to develop, maintain, and present required reports detailing the effectiveness of existing processes or supporting the need to introduce new processes. Issue Management of Change through the KMS system. Follow up with any recommendations for abnormalities or incidents. Troubleshoot process abnormalities and make corrections and recommendations as necessary.

Lead and Facilitate the Fulfillment of Product Delivery and Commitments: Anticipate needs, work as a problem solver to eliminate blockages, and enhance the consistent delivery of quality products that exceed customer expectations. Manage, solve, and/or recommend a resolution to discrepancies, deviations, abnormalities, customer complaints, quality, and non-quality-related issues.

PSM: Assist with elements of process safety and projects such as MOCs, PSI updates, and P&ID modifications.

Staff Development: Keep up to date on Safety training and SOP training. Keep up to date on Memos, Read, and Sign communications. Assist in developing communication memos as necessary. Work with the hourly operators and Shift Supervisors to strive for excellence and professionalism.

THM: Promote cleanliness and order through the implementation of the Total Housekeeping Maintenance program. Emphasize Nothing Touch Ground program and No Visual Pollution program. Maintain the plant in like new condition.

QUALIFICATIONS
A.TECHNICAL JOB CRITERIA 
1.Previous Related Experience Required
No prior experience is required but 1 ~ 2 years of experience in a petrochemical refinery environment is a plus.

2.Technical Skills Required To Perform This Job
•Knowledge of Thermodynamics, Energy & material balance, Unit operations, heat/mass transfer, fluid statics and Dynamic, kinetics, and engineering economies.
•Ability to train and learn.
•Wiliness to take over responsibility in your areas.

3.Education 
B.S. Degree in Chemical engineering is required; other related engineering disciplines considered.

4.Other Certification/Training Required To Gain Function-Related Technical Knowledge
•Will require training in Company Policies and Procedures after hire.
•Current employees must meet all technical and safety training requirements for current position, as specified in the Master Training Plan

Check Out Our Benefits

Health Coverage and Perks

Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care  

Short-term Disability 

Long-term Disability 

Group Term Life, Dependent and
Supplemental Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement 
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Work/Life Balance

10 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off for a balanced life
(Vacation, Sick and Personal Time) 

FlexTime Available 

 Competitive Compensation

Competitive salary, incentive/bonus, 401(k) plan with company match, 
Cash Balance, Pension Plan