Jan F.
About Jan F.
Jan F. is a Senior Process Technologist with a background in chemical engineering and extensive experience in process technology. He has worked in various roles, including project leadership and operator training, and currently holds a position at Stepan Company in Vlissingen, Netherlands.
Work at Stepan Company
Jan F. currently holds the position of Senior Process Technologist at Stepan Company, where he has been employed since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for updating Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) and writing functional descriptions for new or modified processes. His work contributes to the efficiency and safety of operations within the company, which is located in Vlissingen, Zeeland, Nederland.
Previous Experience at Terneuzen Processing Technologies
Before joining Stepan Company, Jan F. worked at Terneuzen Processing Technologies from 2018 to 2022 as an Engineer and Project Leader. During his four years there, he managed various projects and was involved in the engineering aspects of processing technologies. His role included developing manuals and providing training for operators and head operators, ensuring that the team was well-equipped to handle operational tasks.
Education and Expertise
Jan F. has a solid educational background in chemical engineering. He studied at Avans Hogeschool Breda, where he earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Chemical Engineering from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, he studied Chemical Process Technology at ROC Westerschelde, achieving Vapro-B from 1990 to 1992 and Vapro-C from 2000 to 2002. His expertise includes chemical modifications of corn starch using various chemicals, such as Propylene oxide, Phosphorus oxy chloride, and acetic acid anhydride.
Leadership and Responsibilities
In his previous role as a Replacement Superintendent, Jan F. held general and project responsibility for overseeing 40 shift supervisors and operators. This role required him to cover 20% of the time, demonstrating his capability in leadership and operational management. His responsibilities included ensuring that processes were followed correctly and that the team operated efficiently.