Process Engineer

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.  

  

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 69 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over 16,100 professionals in 130 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2024 US Best Managed Company, recognized fouryears in a row. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com. 

A Process Engineer plays a key role in developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, safe, and high-quality production of chemical products. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, enhance process reliability, and maintain compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Based at our Florence, Kentucky site, this role reports to the Senior Engineering/Maintenance Manager and works closely with the Engineering team.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

The Process Engineer is responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

•  Design, implement, and improve bottling and packaging processes to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

•  Analyze process deviations, identify root causes, and apply corrective actions to resolve manufacturing issues.
•  Develop and maintain process documentation, including flow diagrams, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
•  Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (OSHA, EPA) and internal quality requirements.
•  Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to drive waste reduction, cost savings, and process efficiency.
•  Collaborate with production, quality assurance, maintenance, and corporate teams to align processes with business goals.
•  Oversee equipment installation, validation, and recommend automation solutions to optimize manufacturing operations.
 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering, or related field

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in process engineering, preferably within chemical manufacturing or product bottling

• Working knowledge of regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA), quality standards (ISO, GMP), and process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen

Highly Preferred

• Certification in Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

The Process Engineer is required to perform the following essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation:

•  Follow all safety protocols, including proper PPE use (contact lenses prohibited on the production floor).
•  Stand, walk, bend, and stretch for extended periods; lift up to 50 pounds as needed.
•  Tolerate typical manufacturing environment conditions, including odors.
•  Use strong quantitative skills and effective communication, negotiation, and organizational abilities.
•  Adapt to shifting priorities and schedules, including different shifts, with a focus on continuous improvement.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification.  If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

 

Solenis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer, including Minorities / Women/ Veterans / Disabled.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]

The expected compensation range for this position is between $91,800.00 and $153,100.00 plus discretionary bonuses. The exact compensation may vary based on your skills, experience and other factors permitted by law.