Supervisor, Process Engineering
Nutrien Ag Solutions LAS
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Aurora • North Carolina • United States
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About the role
- Provide technical leadership in researching and developing systems, products, and processes across chemical, quality, statistical, and environmental areas
- Lead development of new formulations and optimize existing products, ensuring robust performance from bench-top through pilot and manufacturing scale-up
- Supervise and guide Process Development Technicians, offering technical direction and support
- Manage assigned projects from concept through commercialization, maintaining strong communication with cross-functional teams.
- Coordinate and execute bench, pilot, and manufacturing verification batches with speed, accuracy, and consistency
- Monitor departmental budgets and spending, providing updates and ensuring cost-effective operations
- Oversee and guide consultants or contractors supporting specialized project needs
- Apply scientific and engineering principles to product development, processing, manufacturing technology, quality control, and bulk transportation
- Conduct research to develop new or improved manufacturing processes and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Troubleshoot chemical manufacturing processes and support plant operations to ensure consistent product quality and process reliability
- Conduct tests and monitor process performance throughout production
- Develop and implement safety procedures for handling hazardous chemicals
- Assist in designing and planning equipment layouts to support efficient and safe operations
- Evaluate equipment and processes for compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain accurate and complete records of all development projects
- Prepare technical documentation including raw material and bulk specifications, SOPs, batch records, technology transfer documents, validation protocols, and stability studies
- Ensure all product documentation meets Quality Assurance requirements for commercial manufacturing, including raw material specs, guaranteed product specifications, Certificates of Analysis, equipment cleaning requirements, and method validations
- Support and help maintain the site Quality Management System
- Work with customers, Sales teams, and plant personnel to identify, investigate, and resolve product quality concerns
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering or advanced degree in Physical Science is required, advanced degree is preferred
- 8+ years of experience in chemical processing
- The ability to supervise through motivation and development of people is an important trait
- A thorough knowledge of plant safety, environmental and personnel policies is required
- Comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in product/process development, laboratory techniques, pilot plant equipment operations and identification of opportunities for improvements
- Excellent project, problem solving and time management skills
- Excellent research knowledge and skills with the ability to statistically analyze data
- Excellent work ethic
- Excellent organizational skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Experience/knowledge in the phosphate chemical manufacturing business is preferred.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard skills
chemical processingproduct developmentlaboratory techniquespilot plant equipment operationsstatistical analysismanufacturing technologyquality controlsafety proceduresprocess troubleshootingcontinuous improvement
Soft skills
technical leadershipsupervisionmotivationproject managementproblem solvingtime managementorganizational skillsoral communicationwritten communicationwork ethic
Certifications
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineeringadvanced degree in Physical Science