About the role#
This co-op position offers students a chance to apply coursework in a plant environment. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support larger projects while learning the day-to-day operations of the facility. This role typically begins during your sophomore year and involves alternating semesters for three total work experiences of increasing responsibility.
What you'll do#
- Shadow plant operations and support engineers with daily assignments.
- Review NBR and ACM reactions daily to maintain records of polymerization conversion and charge Mooney.
- Investigate polymerization irregularities, document failed charges, and track off-specification results.
- Monitor plant utilities and prepare daily usage reports for management, including a summary report at the end of each month.
- Execute small projects assigned by the Plant Manager and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.
- Manage project documentation by scanning files for capital project folders and migrating historical records to electronic formats.
- Review drawings to verify field installations against P&IDs and equipment diagrams.
- Assist in the development and implementation of a new pipe and equipment labeling strategy.
- Participate in process management of change (MOC) activities and environmental improvement team meetings.
- Review new engineering specifications and assist with their adoption.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a four-year or longer degree program with a major in Chemical Engineering.
- Ability to solve complex engineering problems using principles of science, mathematics, and engineering.
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications, specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work well with a diverse range of people.
- A positive attitude and the ability to function effectively as part of a team.
- Capability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and complete work accurately.
Location & details#
- Location: Louisville, Kentucky.
- This is an on-site, full-time, paid position.
About Zeon Chemicals
Zeon Chemicals produces specialty elastomers and polymers for the energy, automotive, and industrial sectors. The company focuses on C4 and C5 chemistry to create synthetic rubber products. Founded in 1989, it maintains operations in North America and Asia. The business employs 432 people and is based in Louisville, Kentucky.
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