Coating Technology and Process Engineer (1651)

• Title:Coating Technology and Process Engineer

• Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film

• Location:Greenville, SC Area

Group Company:

• Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film

Welcome to Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film Americas. Recognized as a global leader and one of the largest suppliers of polyester (PET-polyethylene terephthalate) film in the world, the Mitsubishi Polyester Film Group is your partner of choice for a wide range of high-quality customized Diafoil ® and Hostaphan ® brand PET films. Our knowledge and expertise can provide the perfect solution for a product design, manufacturing, logistics, or process challenge.

To further our commitment to sustainability, Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film has developed a revolutionary recycling program called Reprocess ® . As the industry leader in silicone coated PET film, Mitsubishi Chemical is now collecting spent liner material from pressure sensitive label and liner Customers and downstream users. Using breakthrough technology Mitsubishi Chemical is reprocessing the waste liner stream into first quality release liners with up to 25% post-industrial recycled material.

Partnering with Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film ensures working with a supplier who has a local and global network of researchers on the cutting edge of PET innovation. Whether your challenge is product or service related, we commit to bringing you new ideas to discover the next ground-breaking solution for Your business.

ARE YOU READY TO WORK AT MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL?

• Do have bachelor’s degree from four-year College or university?

• Do you have 5+ years of experience?

If so, nice to meet you! Mitsubishi Chemical Polyester Film Division is seeking a, is seeking a Coating Technology and Process Engineer to join a team committed to excellence, continuous improvement and driving sustainable business results. Come be a part of this dynamic team!!

Who Are We...

Mitsubishi Chemical, the 5th largest chemical company in the world, is the world leader in the manufacture and supply of acrylic monomer, serving a broad base of downstream applications ranging from architectural and automotive coatings, to acrylic sheet applications, to specialty moldings that serve a variety of industries such as electronics and health care. Mitsubishi Chemical is the only producer that owns and operates all three technical routes to acrylic monomer to accommodate C2, C3, and C4 based feedstocks. Our talented people are the energy and driving force behind a dynamic business that supplies a range of growing sectors and geographic markets in EAME, The Americas and Asia.

What You Will Do...

• Lead safety improvement activities related to the coatings processes, coating equipment, and coatings facilities throughout the plant. This includes activities such as: 1) implementing general safety improvements related to coatings throughout the plant when recognized by others or self; 2) supporting safety improvements of operator daily activities; 3) participating in Environmental, Health, & Safety audits and other various audits to ensure safe handling and storing coating raw materials, safety of coating systems, and compliance with quality assurance protocols;

• Provide technical and daily operational support to the Coatings areas, Films Manufacturing areas, and R&D areas for coatings process and coatings development topics.

• Leads development and implementation of new coating equipment designs, coating equipment modification, coating solution trials, and coating-related safety improvements.

• Remains current with knowledge of state-of-the-art liquid film coating technology involving a broad spectrum of the many types of systems used within the industry. Seeks to apply the knowledge to Mitsubishi’s processes for improvements in Safety, Quality, and Productivity.

• Remains current with liquid film coating chemistry knowledge to assist with troubleshooting in Films Manufacturing and to support R&D staff in their development of new coatings and products.

• Supports administrative aspects of the coatings department involving modifying and implementing new recipes, raw material investigations, inventory tracking, coordinating with vendors for mixing raw materials, coordinating with vendors for providing coatings in safety-compliant packaging, coordinating with vendors for cost-reduction activities and quality-guarantee activities, etc.

• Trend analysis of key performance metrics to identify medium and long-term improvement opportunities with focus on coating system performance and quality of the coating itself.

• Provide daily technical troubleshooting support and continual, strategic improvement projects.

• On-call availability to support production needs in a 24/7 operation.

• Coating process SOC development and optimization for new and existing products.

• Work across all Films Manufacturing and R&D assets to support coating topics. Support coating informational needs to global manufacturing locations upon request. Support new process and product development trials.

• Work with Quality Engineers and customers to support product quality troubleshooting and quality improvement opportunities.

What You Will Have...

• Educational experience: B.S. degree, in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar engineering discipline.

• 5+ years of experience, required

• Good oral and written communication skills

• Willingness to provide off-hour support as needed

• Good troubleshooting skills

• Experience with fluid flow, liquid film coating methods, polymer film web-based manufacturing and related processing equipment is a plus.

• Ability to work in a team-based environment with technical personnel and machine operators

• Efficient at data analysis; Statistical approach to problem solving

• Lean/Six-Sigma experience is a plus

• Winding/Slitting/Converting experience is a plus

• Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking

• High Initiative

• Strong at Problem Solving

• Results Oriented

• Equipment and fluid behavior troubleshooting understanding

• Strong interpersonal communication skills in both 1-on-1 and team situations

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

• The salary range for this position is $78,000- $98,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

• Competitive Benefits

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!

• Employee Assistance Programs

• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.

EEO Statement

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.

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