Chemical Process Engineer (Rochester, NY, US, 14652) at Eastman Kodak Company | Kodak

Role Overview

Eastman Kodak Company is looking for a Chemical Process Engineer to support our Kodak Advanced Materials and Chemicals Division in Rochester, NY.  We are seeking an individual to become an equipment / process expert in support of batch chemical manufacturing areas that include specialty organic chemicals, polymers, inks and dispersions, as well as continuous solvent recovery (distillation) operations.  

Responsibilities:

•    Become process and equipment expert in specific areas of specialty chemicals manufacturing.
•    Provide technical support for operations, product chemists, EHS, and maintenance.
•    Work closely with maintenance staff to identify and develop equipment reliability improvements.
•    Troubleshoot equipment and process problems to identify root cause, then provide recommendations and implement preventative measures.
•    Implement process and equipment upgrades for continuous improvement efforts and to support new business initiatives.
•    Capital upgrade project responsibilities including investigation, definition, business case development, process design, implementation, construction support, commissioning, and training.
•    Understand health, safety and environmental regulations and apply equipment to assure personnel and plant safety.
•    Participation in process safety reviews.
•    Implement process improvements that will increase the ability to meet customer requirements, including safe and reliable operations, and improve competitiveness using Six Sigma methodology as applicable.

Required Skills/Experience:
•    Bachelor of Science Degree or Master’s in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline. 
•    Experience in chemical manufacturing environment preferred.
•    Effective communication skills.
•    Ability to interact with teams that include operators, mechanics, chemists, management and other engineers.
•    Able to work independently.
•    Willingness to learn and to work hands on as needed.
•    Able to lead and participate in project teams.
•    Demonstrated computer skills, including MS Office.
•    Understanding of chemical process controls.