Job Description

TASKS PROFILE: 

Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on-going chemical reactions. 
• Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes. 
• Evaluate chemical equipment and processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations. 
• Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes. 
• Determine most effective arrangement of operations such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, and drying. 
• Perform tests and monitor performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure. 
• Design and plan layout of equipment. 
• Design measurement and control systems for chemical plants based on data collected in laboratory experiments and in pilot plant operations. 
• Effectively communicate with supervisors, peers, or subordinates, in written form or in person. 
• Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processed and procedures. 

• Work with production to start up, enhance and improve all processes related to production and assist with defining SOPs.

   

Responsibilities/Expectations:

• Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Conduct all business with integrity.
• Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering plus 5 years of related experience (or Associate's Degree in Chemical Engineering plus 10 years of related experience). 
• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Skills:

• Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. 
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. 
• Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve production needs. 
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. 

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday – Friday, days

Salary: $80,000 - $125,000

BENEFITS:

From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave. We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment. Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service. Rust-Oleum offers 9 paid holidays and two floating holidays per year. You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.