The Senior Glass Process Engineer will be responsible for addressing improvements in process efficiency, product quality, and the cost of poor quality for the process, leading process optimization. Together with the electrical engineers, process control architecture will be developed and tuned. In collaboration with the specialists, process modeling systems will be developed and implemented to further optimize the efficiency of the operations. The Senior Process Engineer collaborates with experts internally or outside institutes to develop the core technologies beyond existing levels. This role takes an active part in the development of AOP, capital planning and strategic business projects.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform continuous analysis identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
Develop enhanced control processes and new operating procedures.
Define the process set points for all different product types and creates the associated management tools (e.g. set up sheets in MII, SOP's ...)
Actively support improvement of safety performance by encouraging safe behaviors of the team and engaging in the process to improve the safety culture
Create and maintain knowledge of latest technologies and evaluate for use in current process and future processes
Work closely with internal and external resources to develop new opportunities. Coach and develop the process engineers in the division. Share learnings and findings in a proactive way in the broader technical community and participate in the COE's technical meetings.
Work with multiple locations / operations / functions to identify process improvement opportunities in a broader sense addressing e.g. inventory levels, operating labor needs, etc.
Provide leadership for process redesign efforts e.g. during rebuilds or major investment projects across the divisions.
Lead multiple projects and process optimizations in a manufacturing operation, potentially across divisions
Provide technical guidance during development, construction, and startup to enhance in-plant resource capabilities
May be required to perform other related duties as assigned
BACKGROUND PROFILE:
Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science with a minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial continuous process manufacturing either as a process or design engineer and 2 years troubleshooting on manufacturing processes
Experience with E-glass melter or equivalent operations.
Experience with melter / forehearth combustion systems.
Experience with refractory maintenance and hot repairs.
Experience with melter pollution control systems.
Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements
Demonstrated problem solving skills including complex data analysis
Successful history of innovation and adaptability
Excellent project management skills
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks
Proven results orientation including the ability to lead key projects to successful completion
Experience with complex DOE for process improvement
Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to set and communicate expectations to team members
Demonstrated collaboration skills including the ability to interact with a broad range of employees and disciplines such as finance, procurement, project engineering
Proven ability to make timely decisions
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
Strong leadership skills
Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction.