Fine Grind Manufacturing Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Indian Head, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal state and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering science economics public health informational technology and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize perform and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Fine Grind Manufacturing SME that will provide senior technical direction and subject-matter expertise to the Safety Office in support of both pre-startup and post-startup activities within the fine grind facility at the Naval Support Facility (NSF) Indian Head. This role ensures operational readiness safety and compliance while advising engineering maintenance and operations teams throughout equipment commissioning production ramp-up and sustained operations.

This position will be located at NSF Indian Head. Indian Head Maryland is approximately 30 miles from Washington D.C.; 25 miles from Alexandria Virginia; and 60 miles from Fredericksburg Virginia.

Job Description:

Review and evaluate startup plans hazard analyses and control system Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) documentation to ensure operational readiness and identify risk mitigation requirements
Conduct facility walkthroughs and equipment readiness evaluations prior to startup including review of preventive maintenance and test records
Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) run sheets and operational documentation for drying grinding and maintenance activities
Support operational startup activities equipment checkout and process validation providing expert technical recommendations
Identify and analyze process upset conditions and recommend corrective actions to restore safe operations
Mentor engineering and operations personnel and deliver training to ensure safe operations and transfer of critical corporate knowledge
Update operator training programs and risk awareness materials to support long-term operational excellence and continuous improvement

Qualifications and Skills:

20 years of experience in energetic materials hazardous chemical processing fine grinding dry manufacturing or related industrial operations
Extensive background supporting facility startup commissioning and high-hazard production environments
Strong understanding of hazard analysis methodologies such as FMECA Operational Risk Management (ORM) and system safety assessments
Demonstrated experience with drying and grinding operations maintenance procedures and process safety controls
Proven ability to review develop and implement SOPs process documentation and training materials
Ability to diagnose process upset conditions and recommend immediate corrective actions to maintain safe operating conditions
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to evaluate engineering documents maintenance records and operational reports
Demonstrated capability in mentoring coaching or training engineers operators or manufacturing personnel in hazardous operations
Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

$150000 - $208000 a year

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits including health and dental insurance life insurance long-term disability educational benefits FSAs a generous 401k plan profit sharing an EAP 11-20 paid vacation days per year 10 paid holidays per year 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual preference national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

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ERG fosters a friendly flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do the partnerships we foster and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.

This position will be located at NSF Indian Head. Indian Head Maryland is approximately 30 miles from Washington D.C.; 25 miles from Alexandria Virginia; and 60 miles from Fredericksburg Virginia.

Job Description:

Review and evaluate startup plans hazard analyses and control system Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) documentation to ensure operational readiness and identify risk mitigation requirements
Conduct facility walkthroughs and equipment readiness evaluations prior to startup including review of preventive maintenance and test records
Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) run sheets and operational documentation for drying grinding and maintenance activities
Support operational startup activities equipment checkout and process validation providing expert technical recommendations
Identify and analyze process upset conditions and recommend corrective actions to restore safe operations
Mentor engineering and operations personnel and deliver training to ensure safe operations and transfer of critical corporate knowledge
Update operator training programs and risk awareness materials to support long-term operational excellence and continuous improvement

Qualifications and Skills:

20 years of experience in energetic materials hazardous chemical processing fine grinding dry manufacturing or related industrial operations
Extensive background supporting facility startup commissioning and high-hazard production environments
Strong understanding of hazard analysis methodologies such as FMECA Operational Risk Management (ORM) and system safety assessments
Demonstrated experience with drying and grinding operations maintenance procedures and process safety controls
Proven ability to review develop and implement SOPs process documentation and training materials
Ability to diagnose process upset conditions and recommend immediate corrective actions to maintain safe operating conditions
Strong technical writing skills with the ability to evaluate engineering documents maintenance records and operational reports
Demonstrated capability in mentoring coaching or training engineers operators or manufacturing personnel in hazardous operations
Must currently hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense Secret-level security clearance
Must be a U.S. citizen as this position is not eligible for Limited Access Authorizations

$150000 - $208000 a year