Production Engineer

Company: Activ8
Location: Charleston
Posted on: November 23, 2022

Job Description:

An international chemical manufacturing company is currently searching for a full-time Production Engineer to join their facility in the southern Charleston, West Virginia area. The ideal candidate has minimum 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing and familiarity with industrial processes and machinery. This is a full-time, direct hire position. They offer relocation support.

Production Engineer Responsibilities Include:

Analysis of manufacturing processes and equipment to improve efficiency and reduce machinery downtime
Research and implement potential new equipment for manufacturing
Machinery installation, set-up, troubleshooting, and maintenance as needed
Collaborate with other departments regarding projects and process improvement initiatives
Assist with training production associates on processes and machinery
Creation of process reports and documentation for upper management
Other duties as assigned

Production Engineer Requirements Include:

Minimum Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or similar field is required
At least 3-5 years' engineering experience (including internships, co-ops, etc.) in a manufacturing environment preferred
Demonstrated familiarity with industrial systems, machinery and controls, such as PLC, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment, etc.
Good computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
Strong time-management, problem-solving, and organizational skills
This position includes manufacturing and warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc., has been one of the leading recruiting firms in North America when it comes to working with Japanese Businesses for over 20 years. Our services are based on the needs of our clients, and we connect them with qualified candidates in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, and Oil & Gas industries. With the recent expansion to California and the NYC/NJ area, our coastal offices have started working with clients in the Banking, Finance, and Entertainment Industries. We like to take the approach of working one on one with each of you to ensure that we have the best understanding of your background and what it is you are looking for in a career.

Please visit our website @ www.activ8usjp.com > > > Click "Job Seekers" to see more jobs!!!

Direct applicants only. We do not accept any resumes from any third-party organizations or other recruiters.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant with criminal background / Social Security verification. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

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