Engineering Manager - Chemical Manufacturing

Overview

Lead 3 engineers to improve safety, quality, efficiency and manage capital projects at a chemical plant.

Key Responsibilities

• project management
• automation
• lean sixsigma
• capital projects
• budget management
• change management

Tasks

-Manage engineering projects from concept to deployment, ensuring timely, on-budget, and high-quality outcomes. -Leverage automation, emerging technologies, and data-driven insights to optimize workflows and reduce waste. -Handle departmental budgets and capital expenditures in alignment with operational objectives. -Manage a Team of three engineers in a collaborative, accountable environment -Execute capital projects, including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and contractor management of $2-$4M in annual spend. -Implement cost-saving initiatives through innovative technologies and continuous improvement strategies. -Lead a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across all engineering and operations functions. Align team goals with broader plant and company objectives. -Developing and following yearly technical and business strategic plans and executing process improvement objectives aligned with those plans -Drive operational efficiency and performance through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies. -Identify, mentor, and develop high-potential process engineer employees to build future leadership and technical capabilities within the organization. -Lead change initiatives effectively by applying structured change management methodologies to support adoption and minimize resistance. -Ensure alignment to product quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance. -Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to implement solutions that improve production, reliability, and process efficiency. -Drive cost management expectations that support output required to meet the SIOP plan with the budgeted costs from the annual operating plan and CapEx projects.

Requirements

• pmp
• autocad
• sap
• six sigma
• master’s degree
• rockwell plc

What You Bring

-Working knowledge of Process Safety Management and Risk Management Programs -PMP certification or equivalent project management credential -Rockwell Controls (PLC) experience -Proven success in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies -Master’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering -Minimum of Six Sigma Green Belt certification -Proficiency with engineering software such as AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office tools -7+ years of chemical industry manufacturing engineering experience including PSM -Change Management experience -Knowledge Quality Management Systems including IATF, AS 9100, and ISO 9001 -Ability to carry and lift up to 50 lbs. and walk, climb stairs, use hands to remove or lift boxes, stretch, and reach with arms extended, and stoop. -PLC experience -Strong mechanical proficiency and root cause analysis skills -Confirmed project management capabilities and experience driving cost-effective, scalable improvements -SAP systems experience -Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field -CMMS and advanced data analysis tools experience -3+ years in a leadership or managerial role

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About H.B. Fuller

-A global leader in adhesives and specialty chemicals. -Develops and supplies a wide variety of adhesives used across industries including automotive, electronics, packaging, and more. -Operates in diverse markets such as transportation, energy, industrial, commercial, and residential applications. -Known for frequent collaboration with customers to create tailored adhesive solutions. -Strong focus on sustainability, continuously developing environmentally-friendly adhesive products. -Serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large multinational corporations.

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-this position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship; candidates must have u.s. work authorization without future sponsorship needs.