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Process Engineer - Chattanooga, TN
Job Description: Process Engineer - Chattanooga, TN
Position Summary We are seeking a Process Engineer to support and optimize ADM Southern Cellulose Products operations. This role is responsible for improving plant efficiency, product quality, safety performance, and cost effectiveness across bale opening, cleaning, chemical processing and sheeting, as well as by-product handling processes. Support to Capital & Improvement Projects is also part of the scope.
The Process Engineer is part of the Technical Department but works closely with operations, maintenance, quality, and automation teams to drive continuous improvement and ensure regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities • Monitor and optimize process efficiency metrics for energy, water, chemicals and yield. • Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve efficiency and reduce downtime. • Support plant startup, shutdown, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities. • Support actions/projects involving Automation, QC/R&D, Capex, Safety, Customer Support. • Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on compliance and increased efficiency. • Conduct root cause analysis for process deviations and performance issues. • Ensure compliance with food/feed safety standards, HACCP programs, and environmental regulations (wastewater, stormwater). • Promote safe operating practices related to PSM. • Participate in HAZOP, Process Safety Management (PSM), and risk assessments. • Review PFDs and P&IDs, and assist with new equipment commissioning. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field. • A minimum two (2) years of experience in chemical, or pulp & paper processing. • Experience working with process control systems, statistic models. • Understanding of mass and energy balance calculations. Preferred Qualifications • Five (5) years of experience in chemical, or pulp & paper processing. • Familiarity with PSM standards. • Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and cross-functional communication skills. • Proficiency in Excel and process analysis tools. Before applying for an exempt, non-exempt or hourly job opportunity, you are expected to initiate a discussion and share your intentions with your supervisor. * If you’ve been in your current position for more than 18 months, supervisor approval is not required. * If you’ve been in your current position for less than 18 months, verbal supervisor approval is required. Hiring Manager- Peter Hills Recruiter-Carol Jones
: About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
: Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between: