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    Chemical Plant Engineer - Los Angeles, United States - AMVAC Chemical

    AMVAC Chemical
    AMVAC Chemical Los Angeles, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description
    AMVAC is looking for a Plant Engineer with Specialty Chemicals manufacturing experience for their Los Angeles manufacturing plant. The role combines process and field engineering for an operating plant that operates 24 x 7 safely and efficiently. The ideal candidate has Delta V and continuous manufacturing experience with a desire to assist and improve process development.

    AMVAC, an American Vanguard Company, is a diversified specialty and agricultural products company that develops, manufactures, and markets solutions for crop protection and nutrition, turf and ornamentals management, commercial, and consumer pest control globally.

    Job Duties & Responsibilities

    The Plant Engineer will troubleshoot the plant's unit operations (batch and continuous operations)
    Define, collect, and analyze operating data for troubleshooting and design
    Design and/or specify equipment to meet all applicable environmental and safety regulations (EPA, AQMD, Cal OSHA, etc.)
    Utilize field engineering ability to set up sequences, sketches, and requirements for equipment installation
    Prepare start-up manuals/checklists and provide operator training
    Select appropriate instrumentation
    Specify materials of construction
    Perform equilibrium calculations on existing and proposed processes for debottlenecking and evaluation studies
    Evaluate, select, and supervise contractor services for maintenance and plant improvements
    Participate in HAZOP studies
    Prepare process flow sheet and P & I drawings
    Travel to other locations to provide operations assistance
    Other duties as required
    Skills & Qualifications

    5+ years' experience as a Plant Engineer in a specialty chemical manufacturing plant with direct production responsibilities
    Able to perform vapor-liquid equilibrium calculations with or without software
    Proven experience specifying mechanical design of new equipment; modifying existing equipment and analyzing operating data for troubleshooting
    Experience writing and presenting technical reports that are clear, concise, and informative
    Spreadsheet ability essential (EXCEL worksheets)
    A mindset that desires to conserve organizational resources and optimize performance
    Display original thinking and creativity; generate suggestions for improving work and plant operations
    Understanding of plant operations including rotating, equilibrium, and reaction equipment
    Self-starter; assumes responsibility for own work with minimal contracting or delegating to others
    Detail and deadline-oriented with the ability to fast-track projects to minimize plant disruption
    Computer skills including Microsoft Word; Excel; PowerPoint; and Project Management software
    Must pass post‐offer drug test, background check, and other appropriate tests as required
    Education Requirements

    BS ChE from an accredited college
    AMVAC Offers
    Excellent insurance for employees and their families including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
    Health Savings / Flexible Spending Accounts available
    401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching
    Employee Stock Purchasing Plan (ESPP) with employee discount
    Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
    Excellent compensation starting at $100K
    AMVAC, anAmerican Vanguardcompany, successfully serves global markets through development, manufacturing and marketing of products for agricultural and commercial use

    (NYSE:

    AVD)

    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    AMVAC is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment background checks and substance abuse testing.
    We participate in the E-Verify Federal Identification System


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