Performance Engineer

As the world’s only major agriscience company completely dedicated to agriculture, we’re building a culture that stays curious, thinks differently, acts boldly and takes a stand on what’s right for our customers, our co-workers, our partners and our planet. We know we’ve got big challenges to solve – we hope you’ll be part of the solution. #GrowWhatMatters 

The purpose of the Performance Engineer role is to ensure opportunities from area losses are evaluated and properly categorized; potential improvements identified; and solutions implemented through the appropriate function or group.  The Performance Engineer also provides a technical resource to coach and assist the operations team optimize and improve EH&S, throughput, product quality, reliability, and cost performance.  The Performance Engineer enables the asset to meet EHS&S, productivity, and quality goals as the expert on the daily operations of the production facility.

What You'll Do:

• Actively support and participate in environmental, health and safety initiatives to drive EH&S excellence. Participates in and/or leads Management of Change Activity.

• Understand all applicable process technology, equipment and control technology.

• Analyze plant performance KPI’s as part of Asset Operations work process and AOPS methodology. 

• Ensure daily and weekly KPI’s are being entered using red/green visual indicators and any red/off target metric has a discussion on plan to close the gap.

• Own production losses (utilization, yield, equipment) and constantly assess performance.  Categorize and evaluate production deviation data​.

• Determine and prioritize corrective actions to close Operational Performance gaps.

• Participate in advanced troubleshooting and coach others to learn these skills. Utilize Root Cause Analysis techniques to identify and drive improvements to prevent recurrent issues.

• As required, communicate technical information and issues to plant personnel, Technology or Expertise centers.

• Demonstrate strong engineering and continuous improvement skills to troubleshoot process bottlenecks, evaluate new opportunities, and prioritize complex issues.

• Work with plant personnel to optimize operations and meet business goals (production, cost, quality).

• Apply understanding of Quality and Environmental, Health and Safety policies and procedures to operating and improving the plant.

• Facilitate all aspects of improvement ideas / tracking, including EH&S, capital, aggregate, productivity, and technical-based improvements.

• Facilitate evaluation, prioritization and execution of improvements​.

• Own standardized improvement tool / list.

• Participate in and leads plant teams.

• Scope and implement small projects.

• Act as a manufacturing representative, as needed, for projects in their area of responsibility.

• Participate in the plant on-call rotation.

This is an entry-level engineering role ideal for candidates with up to 2–3 years of experience in chemical production

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Process, or Industrial Engineering

• 1–3 years of hands-on experience in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related production environment

• Interest in continuous improvement and plant optimization

• Strong problem-solving mindset and willingness to learn advanced tools (Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma, etc.)

• Basic understanding of EH&S principles

• Fluent in Italian; working knowledge of English

Preferred:

• Exposure to chemical manufacturing processes (internship or full-time)

• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or FMEA (even at basic level)

• Familiarity with production KPIs or data entry systems

You will be supported by senior performance engineers and production leaders who will help you grow into the role. This position offers a strong foundation for future technical leadership in the agrochemical industry.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Curious, bold thinkers who want to grow their careers and be part of a winning team

• Market shaping individuals who want to transform the agriculture industry to meet the world’s growing need for food

• Collaborators who thrive in a diverse, inclusive work environment

• Innovators who bring initiative and fresh ideas that drive our business into the future and make us an industry leader

Growing What Matters Starts With You… What We Can Offer To Help You Grow?

• Opportunity to be part of a global industry leader working to discover solutions to the most pressing agricultural challenges of our time

• Challenging work assignments that grow your skills, capabilities and experiences

• Opportunities for international rotations and relocation that will expand your global view and cultural experience

• Diverse, inclusive work environment where employees bring their whole selves to work and feel heard, valued and empowered

• Dedicated and customized resources to help grow your professional skills, industry expertise and personal perspectives. 

• Joining us is a natural opportunity to strengthen your professional network through valuable relationships.

• Support the health and well-being of every employee by offering world-class benefits, meaningful work and competitive salary

• Performance driven culture with a strong focus on speed, efficiency and agility

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