Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high-quality chemicals, fibers, and plastics. With world-scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of our customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution with five manufacturing facilities in the United States.

The Manufacturing Engineer Located in Foley, AL is primarily responsible for providing detailed process and technical guidance to the Operations Team and identifying, developing, and implementing process improvements. The Manufacturing Engineer routinely interacts with Production operators and supervision, Maintenance mechanics and supervision, Quality personnel, Project Engineering and Process Technology.

TARGETED OUTCOMES

• Drive unit performance to operational entitlement with respect to yields, usages, reliability, and quality.
• Achieve annual operating productivity targets by maintaining a unit performance tracking program.
• Maintain accurate accounting of all unit production losses and drive actions to correct.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide detailed process guidance to the Production Teams and Site Leadership in the execution of scheduled production.
• Oversight of operations to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Process troubleshooting, investigation and resolution of process and product deviations.
• Development of process changes to accommodate new products.
• Support of and participation in projects teams for facilities improvements.
• Maintenance Project Management and/or small Capital Project Management
• Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE) and Equipment Reliability (documentation and improvement plans)
• Provide technical expertise and training standards for operators.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a self-directed team.
• Commitment to plant safety, environmental and industrial hygiene practices.
• Maintain technical documentation.
• Develop technical specs.
• Work with vendors/material suppliers.

TEAM

• Reports to: Production Manager
• Team Members: Production Team

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Science Degree Engineering, preferably Electrical or Mechanical.
• 3- 5 years manufacturing experience preferred (plastics, extrusion, compounding, automotive, aircraft, etc. highly encouraged to apply).
• Strong computer skills including spreadsheets.
• Knowledge and experience with the following is also desired: SPC, Provox DCS systems, PLC functionality, safety and environmental policies and operator training.
• A basic understanding of PSM, SPC and ISO9001 is also preferred.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Problem Solving.
• Time Management/Organizational skills.
• Strong knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) is essential.
• FMEA and RCA.
• Strong technical and analytical skills with the ability to innovate and solve complex problems.
• Willingness to provide after-hours support.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to perform in a highly dynamic work environment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple initiatives and manage projects from beginning to successful completion.

At Ascend Performance Materials, we value transparency and fairness in our hiring process. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, search firms, or staffing agencies. Any resumes received from such entities will be considered the property of Ascend Performance Materials, and we will not be obligated to pay any fees for such submissions. Our Talent Acquisition Team actively engages with preferred recruitment partners who have established agreements with us. We encourage all interested candidates to apply directly through our official channels to be considered for any open positions.

Skills Summary:

About Us:

Ascend Performance Materials is the premium provider of high quality chemicals, fibers and plastics. With world scale integrated manufacturing facilities we are able to develop new products from our core technologies, and provide flexibility to respond to the expanding needs of customers. Ascend has global sales and distribution facilities across the globe and six manufacturing facilities globally. As a privately-held company, our people do big things and make big decisions, often much earlier in their careers than at larger companies. Ascend Performance Materials offers team members the opportunity to contribute in big, meaningful ways—all within a stable and growing business.

Why work at Ascend?

Our vision is to be the recognized leader in the nylon 6,6 value chain, creating new possibilities with PA66 for everyone, everywhere, every day. We achieve that through living our Ascend values.

We care. We operate safely with high integrity for our employees, our customers and our communities. Our people are our greatest assets, and our Total Rewards Program extends beyond traditional benefits to include access to on-site medical clinics at our U.S. facilities, a global wellness rewards program and Performance Matters, an employee-driven recognition plan. Our Commitment to Zero demonstrates our belief that is it possible to operate with zero personal injuries, zero process safety incidents and zero environmental releases. And the Ascend Cares Foundation, led by Ascend employees, supports Ascend families in times of need, provides inspiring opportunities ​​for community engagement and facilitates community leadership.

Customer-focused. We exist for our customers; they drive our actions. Their success is our success. Our plastics and chemicals are building blocks that help make everyday essentials safer and more sustainable, and we constantly strive to develop new and innovative products to meet the future needs of our customers. And that customer focus doesn’t only apply to the marketplace – it also applies to how we treat our colleagues and our fellow community members.

Better every day. We invest in our people and our processes to improve every day. A2E, our continuous improvement program, guides the way we do business. And this way of problem solving applies not only to our manufacturing practices but also to our commitment to developing our people. You’ll see it during your career at Ascend in our leadership development, skills training and mentoring programs

Agile. We think broadly and lead proactively in a constantly evolving organization and industry. Agility doesn’t mean simply working quickly – it means critical thinking, creative problem solving and novel approaches to everyday challenges.

One Ascend. All together, with a common set of goals and an eye toward the future. We don’t accept silos. We look for ways to share across departments, sites and geography. This means you won’t be boxed into a single role at Ascend – you could get the chance to work with teams across the globe to improve the way we serve our people, our customers and our communities.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, citizenship, genetic information or other protected status under federal, state or local laws.