02 Jan
Kentucky,
Hopkinsville
, 42240
Hopkinsville
USA
Senior Process EngineerThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Keith FletcherAre you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume.Salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per yearA bit about us:We focuses on preserving the environment by creating packaging for the circular economy. We're always looking at how we can manufacture the highest quality protective packaging while utilizing less raw materials and maximizing recycled content.Why join us?Competitive Salary401(k)Health insurancePaid time offJob DetailsThe Sr. process engineer works with operations, maintenance, quality, corporate engineering, and sales to deliver the lowest cost product that meets quality and engineering specifications. The Sr. Process Engineer drives training and development of key technicians, ferrets out machine and process issues, leads teams to drive solutions, develops new products and optimizes product lines by reducing variability in the production processes that will improve quality to meet customer expectationsResponsibilities & duties include, but are not limited to: • Leadership o Train and develop plant production and maintenance staff. o Lead implementation of projects through technical expertise and influencing capability. o Execute and reinforce improvements with strong change management skills. • Safety: o Keep Safety in the forefront of team's thinking and approach to work. o Ensure compliance with all relevant Federal, State and Local laws and regulations. o Lead or conduct risk assessments of equipment to help drive safety improvements using best engineering practices. • Quality o Own and update run conditions for all processes in the plant and keep database up to date at all times for traceability. o Coordinate with Quality group to understand needs to make a product that meets customer commitments and expectations. • Process: o Lead new product development efforts at plant in coordination with corporate engineering. Conduct trials as needed. o Identify machine issues and drive maintenance team to repair quickly. o Identify process opportunities and drive capital and plant investment to repair. o Work with Plant Managers and Corporate Engineering to develop CapEx plans. Construct payback models for capital projects and verify achievement of financial benefits after completion of project. o Collaborate with Quality and Operations to manage process changes in a controlled manner. o Conduct studies as needed to optimize cure time and conditions. o Serve as Liaison between corporate engineering, quality, and facility. Communicate with plant teams regarding projects, trials, engineering functions, etc. • Continuous Improvement: o Coordinate with plant leadership team. Attend and participate in plant operations meetings, lead Kaizen events, perform Gemba walks, etc. o Identify process issues and resolve them quickly using DOE (design of experiments) or other like tools to drive improvements. o Use lean concepts to lead Kaizen events focused on cost reduction and process optimization. o Own and implement productivity projects to positively impact the Plant P&L Preferred qualifications and skills are outlined below: • Bachelor of Science in Engineering, required. (Chemical, Polymer, or Mechanical). • 5+ years' experience in process engineering in a manufacturing environment, required. • 5+ years' experience in Polyethylene Extrusion, preferred. • Experience in Process Safety Management (PSM) and/or Risk Management Program (RMP) environment, preferred. • Hands on, tenacious, determined personality. Knowledge of hand tools and power tools is a must. Position requires use of a multimeter, thermography equipment, gas detection equipment, gas chromatograph, air flow meters, etc. • Must be able to climb ladders, lift 50 lbs, stand on feet all day, and communicate well in a noisy environment.Effective written and verbal communication skills across multiple formats: formal presentations, meetings, conference calls, e-mails, and memos.Demonstrated ability to develop strong relationships and influence others; able to lead without direct authority.Demonstrated experience leading changeDemonstrated ability to influence business leadersDemonstrated data analysis skills• Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD and Solid Works), MS Office Suite.Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
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