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Skilled Trade > Process Engineer

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77570.0000 92130.0000 112900.0000

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Short Description:

A Process Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing manufacturing or production processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. They assess workflows, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to reduce costs and increase productivity. Process Engineers collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, quality, and maintenance, to support process improvements and equipment performance. They also ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical skills are essential for success in this role.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Oversees and assesses existing processes and workflows.
  • Optimizes productivity by designing, implementing and testing new procedures.
  • Assembles reports to document process status and changes.
  • Tracks metrics to discover areas for improvement and monitor upgrades.
  • Communicates findings and proposals to upper management.
  • Utilizes process simulation software to test and find the most appropriate production strategies.
  • Provides thorough instructions for successful implementation of process changes.
  • Conducts risk assessments.
  • Assesses compliance with applicable safety and quality standards.
  • Contributes to departmental efforts by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

Skills / Requirements / Qualifications

  • Analytical: Excellent analytical and math skills
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to persuade others to change existing practices
  • Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail
  • Problem-Solving: Proven ability to identify, assess and solve problems
  • Computer: Proficient with computer and information technology
  • Process Engineering: Knowledge of process engineering software systems
  • Regulations: Familiarity with applicable health and safety regulations
     

Job Zones

  • Title: Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
  • Education: Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
  • Related Experience: A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
  • Job Training: Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
  • Job Zone Examples: Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, chemists, art directors, and cost estimators.
  • SVP Range: (7.0 to < 8.0) 

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