Sr. Production Engineer

Lubrizol · Wilmington, MA

Level: Senior
Team: Production
Base pay: $100k–$118k
Experience asked: 4+ years
Industry: Chemicals
Posted: 15 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A senior production role at Lubrizol (chemicals) in Wilmington, MA. Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods.

They ask for: 4+ years
Tools it names: Lean, Six Sigma, OEE, Root cause, SPC, FMEA
Base pay: $100k–$118k
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Production Engineer roles in Massachusetts: typical posted base $155k–$205k. This one lists $100k–$118k.

Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 26 production engineer openings in Massachusetts, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Massachusetts plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 25 other live production postings in Massachusetts.

Experience asked: Less than usual (4+ vs 8+)

Skills these teams ask for most

✓ Root cause 31%
Automation 31%
✓ Lean 31%
New product launch 27%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for OEE, FMEA, Painting / coating, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 4+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Lubrizol in Wilmington

2 other open roles at this site · 3 people we found in production roles at Lubrizol.

Sr Plant Manager · Production · Manager
Manufacturing Supervisor · Manufacturing · Supervisor

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Required Qualifications

that Enable Your Success

✓BS in Engineering. Chemical Engineering is preferred.
✓4+ years of experience in operations in a chemical facility.
✓Experience with Technology and Process Safety in a chemical facility.
✓Knowledge of Continuous Improvement: Six Sigma and LEAN. Certifications are preferred.
✓Understanding of the business fundamentals to improve Unit financial performance

Your Work Environment

At Lubrizol, we’re committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and empowering environment where you can do your best work—whether in a lab, on the production floor, or in a hybrid office setting. Depending on your role, your work environment may include:

✓Standing, walking, or operating equipment for extended periods
✓Working in a lab or manufacturing setting with appropriate PPE provided
✓Use of computers and digital tools in an office or hybrid environment
✓Occasional lifting or movement of materials
✓Adherence to rigorous safety protocols and ergonomic standards

We continuously invest in our facilities and technologies to ensure they support your well-being, productivity, and growth. If you require reasonable accommodation, we are committed to working with you to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.

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Shape the Future with Us.

At Lubrizol, we’re bringing to life the chemistry behind clean water, efficient transportation, reliable infrastructure, critical medicines, and the products people rely on every day through science, sustainability, and a culture of inclusion.

As part of our global team, you’ll be empowered to make a real impact - on your career, your community, and the world around you.

Job Type: Full -Time / On-Site

How You’ll Make an Impact

Lubrizol’s Senior Production Engineer is a technical resource for Operations personnel, in unit effectiveness, optimization and problem solving to enable safe and efficient production of low cost, quality products. This role is to provide a technical resource to assist work teams with daily operations and process performance so as to run a low cost, on specification, reliable, optimized operation, thereby maximizing value to the business in a safe environmentally friendly manner. In this role you will:

•Understand all applicable processes, equipment and control technologies.
•Work with technical experts and plant personnel to optimize operations to meet business and plant goals all of its KPIs (Health, Environmental, Safety & Security, Production, Cost, Quality, Energy, Reliability).
•Implements best practices to optimize operations. Ensures the most effective technology is understood and utilized.
•Participates in advanced troubleshooting and coaches others to learn these skills. Ensures findings are documented in Plant operating discipline for future usage.
•Understands and applies skills and knowledge in Statistical Process Control (SPC) technology, to maximize plant asset utilization and produce low cost, quality products.
•Works with technical experts and technicians to initiate changes to plant operating procedures to ensure they are valid and up to date.
•Collaborates with other engineers on site and within the global business to leverage knowledge on plant operations.
•Communicate technical information and issues to plant personnel, Technology or Expertise centers.
•Provide high level leadership and direction in the day-to-day decision making for the operating area of responsibility.
•Implement process improvements supporting reduction of variation, capacity, and yield improvement.
•Monitor and improve raw material variability.
•Conducts and participates in root cause analysis, FMEA, etc. as required.
•Be the plant Asset Utilization Focal Point. Drive rate changes and optimize profiles to meet production goals while increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness(OEE). Maintain the asset utilization database by entering production data into it to calculate OEE.
•Provides technical support for projects
•Responds to plant upsets as needed
•Adheres strongly to the management of change process to ensure that reviews are completed thoroughly, risks are adequately assessed, and personnel are properly trained prior to implementing changes in the production facility.

Benefits that Empower You

•Competitive salary with performance-based bonus plans
•401(k) match + Age-Weighted Defined Contribution
•Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage
•Health Savings Account (HSA)
•Paid holidays, vacation, and parental leave
•Flexible work environment
•Learning and development opportunities
•Career and professional growth
•Inclusive culture and vibrant community engagement

Learn more at benefits.lubrizol.com !

Lubrizol: Imagined for Life. Enabled by Science. ™ Delivered by You. For nearly 100 years, The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, has been at the forefront of innovation to enhance everyday life, advance mobility, and make the modern world work better. Our specialty chemistry solutions—from engine oils, performance coatings, and skincare to medical devices and plumbing systems —are powered by the expertise, passion, and commitment of people like you. We tackle the world’s toughest challenges with science-based solutions, deeply understanding our customers to deliver innovative chemistry and differentiated value. Our inclusive culture, dedication to safety, and incredible global talent drive our success. Our solutions meet the evolving needs of the modern world—brought to life by science and, most importantly, delivered by you. Whether you're in the lab, on the production floor, or in the office, you'll be part of a team around the world that empowers you to think boldly, drive results, and contribute to solutions that shape a better, more sust