Process Engineer

Allied Mineral Products Holding

Job Location:

Columbus, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Process Engineer

Allied Mineral Products Holding Inc.is a leading manufacturer of monolithic refractories worldwide headquartered in Columbus Ohio. We are currently seekingaProcess Engineer who will be responsible for developing optimizing and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency quality and cost-effectiveness. This role involves supporting new product introductions driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical expertise problem-solving skills and collaboration across multiple teams including Production Quality Maintenance and R&D. The role will also provide technical support for all North America sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency quality and cost.
Design and implement process enhancements ensuring scalability and repeatability for new product introductions.
Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation including SOPs work instructions flow diagrams PFMEAs and control plans.
Maintain and update SAP routings to ensure accurate process flow and production standards.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations and failures.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production Quality Maintenance R&D) to resolve technical issues and align on process changes.
Develop Process Audits to ensure compliance with Allieds Quality Systems.
Monitor process performance using KPIs and statistical tools; recommend and execute corrective actions as needed.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Six Sigma.
Assist in the design and development of tooling fixtures and equipment to optimize production.
Perform time studies process validation and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA).
Troubleshoot process deviations and drive improvements in throughput yield and product quality.
Support equipment selection layout design and commissioning for new or upgraded production lines.
Ensure compliance with safety environmental and regulatory standards across all operations.
Train operators and technicians on new processes equipment and best practices.
Support all North America sites as needed. Travel up to 10% required.

Qualifications

Must have a bachelors degree in engineering (Mechanical Chemical Materials Science or related field) or equivalent work experience.
Requires at least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing process engineering.
Previous experience in refractory ceramics or high-temperature materials manufacturing is a plus.
Must have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes including batching mixing and packaging.
Must be proficient with CAD software (e.g. AutoCAD SolidWorks) and familiarity with manufacturing systems (e.g. SAP MES).
Proficiency with data analysis tools and process modeling software is beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with process mapping PFMEA and control plans.
Experience in extrusion processes with a preference for refractory plastics extrusion preferred.
Excellent problem-solving analytical and decision-making abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.
Effective project management and organizational skills.

Working Environment

Combination of Office Warehouse an Plant Floor environments.
Required to follow Allied Mineral Products Safety & Health policy and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate.

Total Compensation:

Competitive Base Pay
Retirement Plans:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Allied contributes 25% of your annual earnings into the plan each year
- 401K program
Annual Profit Sharing
Paid Time Off forVacation Sick Days Holidays
Medical Prescription Drug Dental and Vision programs
Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term disability

Allied Mineral Products Holding Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Process EngineerAllied Mineral Products Holding Inc.is a leading manufacturer of monolithic refractories worldwide headquartered in Columbus Ohio. We are currently seekingaProcess Engineer who will be responsible for developing optimizing and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency...