!!! With employer-provided great and generous relocation assistance/program !!!

Summary:

Our award-winning client is one of the largest and fastest growing developers and manufacturers of carbon nanotubes for industrial applications. They are opening a new plant in Kansas City, KS.

Responsibilities:

• Will work with the firm already selected to provide the equipment for the build out of the plant.

• Once the plant is up and running, the individual will manage all day to day engineering operations within the company.

• Will be a key member of the management team as it establishes capabilities within the country and market.

• Manage all aspects of the startup from equipment installation, commissioning, and product qualifications.

• Assist in building the technical team.

• Create operational work instructions/standard operating procedures for all manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications:

• BS or higher degree in Engineering. (Chemical or Mechanical Preferred).

• 7 + years Engineering experience in mixing processes, combustion or chemical batch production processes, ideally with powders such as carbon black or fumed metal oxides.

• Must have plant startup experience and understand material (liquid, gas, and solid) handling/conveying, mixing processes.

• Demonstrated analytical skills evaluating information carefully and solving complex problems.

• Strong budget awareness.

• Communication and interpersonal skills overseeing staff and working with other team members.

• Detail-oriented for understanding complex systems and the ability to pay attention to details.

• Organizational skills for tracking various budgets, employees, and schedules simultaneously.

• Practical understanding of chemical, mechanical, and electrical disciplines along with applicable environmental and regulatory standards.

• Solid experience with good engineering practices as defined in the ASME standards.

• Track record of success working with Front End Engineering Design and Engineering Procurement Construction Management firms.

• Familiarity with OSHA, the National Building Code and environmental regulations.

• Proficiency in standard software productivity suites such as Microsoft Office.

• Previous experience with environmental permitting.

• Lean manufacturing, 5S, and/or Six Sigma experience and/or certifications preferred.

• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

!!! With employer-provided great and generous relocation assistance/program !!!