Process Engineer

About the position

The primary job purpose is to develop, engineer, and analyze plant process systems for improving efficiencies on existing systems and new processes. In this role, the Process Specialist is expected to 1) quantify and communicate processing technology to Management, 2) troubleshoot production circuit issues, 3) supervise and direct plant trials, 4) directly participate in the commissioning Plant Process technologies, 5) participate as required on internal or customer process improvement teams. 6) Manage the plants continuous improvement activities, and 7) Manage the parts warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the effective implementation of the process management system
• Maintain the Process Management Systems for the Site
• Develop solutions to problems. Find & implement ideas to improve the profitability of various processing units.
• Identify problems related to routine work & determine solutions within scope of prescribed methodology
• Assist in estimating materials, time & cost of projects.
• Assist in evaluation & selection of equipment & materials.
• Assist in driving plant productivity using six sigma or lean manufacturing methods
• Productivity improvements will focus on debottlenecking, yield improvements, operating efficiency improvements, and product quality improvements.
• Responsible for preparing financial analyses of each process improvement to determine the impact to the business and the project priority.
• Performs other duties as assigned by management.
• Spare parts warehouse management
• Site champion for corporate lean initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering
• Minimum 3 years heavy industrial experience, working on process flow
• Project management experience a plus
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles, theories, concepts & techniques.
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities
• Strong math and analytical skills are required
• Knowledge of statistical analytical techniques and concepts
• Demonstrated self-starter who is self-motivated
• Strong personal computer skills including Google Applications preferred
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma

Benefits

• Full time
• Permanent