Process Improvement Specialist at Gelest

Mitsubishi Chemical · Morrisville, PA

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Level: Specialist
Team: Lean / CI
Base pay: $70k–$100k
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 4+ years
Industry: Chemicals
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A specialist continuous improvement role at Mitsubishi Chemical (chemicals) in Morrisville, PA.

They ask for: 4+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Lean, Six Sigma
Base pay: $70k–$100k

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Lifts up to 30 lbs

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About the role

Knowledge/ experience/skills

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

✓Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related field required. 3-4 years of experience with preferred.
✓Previous Lean/Six Sigma experience preferred.
✓Ability to follow safety procedures and set an appropriate example for others.
✓Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
✓Ability to work with personnel on the assigned shift.
✓Good organizational skills and attention to detail.
✓Good time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
✓Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
✓Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
✓Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
✓Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
✓Must be able to work in a production chemical processing environment, including wearing appropriate PPE (safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hard hat at a minimum, respirators or other gear as needed).
✓Must be able to perform hands-on processing duties, including sampling of chemicals and limited lifting

requirements

(up to 30 pounds).

✓Must be able to climb ladders and stairs as needed to obtain samples, observe processes, or perform similar tasks.
✓Must be capable of working in a non-climate-controlled environment.
✓Job is on-site and cannot be performed remotely.
✓Travel is generally not necessary but may be offered for training or other educational purposes.

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.

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Company

Gelest Inc.

Job Description

Gelest, Inc., part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Group, is hiring a Process Improvement Specialist to join our team in Morrisville, PA. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering innovative specialty chemical solutions to customers worldwide.

The Process Improvement Specialist will be responsible for supporting the needs of the Production group in developing appropriate Standard Operating Procedures, troubleshooting technical problems, and leading and/or participating in Continuous Improvement projects. This position will serve as the primary technical resource on their shift and assist the shift supervisor in leading the shift.

Principal accountabilities

•Responsible for documenting current production processes, ensuring that the resulting documents are clear and complete, addressing any critical safety and quality requirements.
•Responsible for handling technical concerns escalated from personnel on the shift, including escalation to the Process Improvement Manager or others as needed
•Responsible for identifying and executing continuous improvement projects throughout the production process.
•Works closely with the Lead Operator and shift Supervisor to ensure processes are followed safely and effectively.
•Responsible for communicating project or task status and expected completion date.
•Follow direction from the Process Improvement Manager on priorities and contribute ideas from the shift for consideration.
•Prepare reports or presentations for personnel across the organization to perform training or communicate project status as needed.
•Prepare appropriate shift hand-off information to ensure that the next shift is up to date on current activities. Also prepare summaries as needed for other members of the Operations group to understand problems or test results.
•Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Company Information

Gelest, located in Morrisville, PA—conveniently accessible from Interstate 95, Route 1, and the PA/NJ Turnpikes—offers a rewarding career with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

•Generous paid time off
•Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional supplemental plans for employees and their families
•401(k) with a competitive company match
•Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
•Eligibility for an annual performance bonus
•Company-provided uniforms, work boots, and PPE