What’s the Job?

*The ideal candidate will reside in the Cincinnati Area*

Utilizing World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles, the Central Process Engineer II supports the execution of the process improvement strategy for the Gypsum Sites. Specifically, and under the direction of the Performance manager, this role assists the plants in the integration of known process knowledge, engineering principles and best practice equipment enabling capable operations. Key areas include: product formulation, process development and optimization, equipment design and optimization, general project engineering, and trial planning and execution.

Safety & Environment

• Develop an understanding key safety standards and procedures that contribute to a safe workplace environment.

• Continuously evaluates workplace for safety concerns and ensures behavioral safety initiatives are performed to goal levels.

• Develops an understanding of environmental standards, good housekeeping practices following 5S systems, plant rules and safety regulations.

General

• Participates on different project teams which analyze process variations; develop solutions and implements corrective actions by using advanced statistical tools in identifying and resolving the root causes for variations in the process.

• Under the supervision of the Performance manager: Responsibilities include designing / developing new process systems, revising existing processes, and developing and coordinating the implementation of projects, which contribute substantially to plant profitability.

• Responsible for safely and successfully executing projects, documenting, and with assistance from supervisor communicating progress and results through reports, presentations etc.

• Closely partners with R&D and Engineering groups to ensure new process knowledge and equipment.

Process Integration

• Assists plants in execution of key projects as identified on the plant process route map.

• Supports process teams at the sites by:

• Assisting the Plant in identifying process gaps to established best practice standards.

• Aiding the plant in correcting process gaps and issues.

• Working with site to establish clear process parameters leading to a more stable/capable manufacturing operation.

• Providing trouble shooting expertise for process and equipment issues where capable

• Performing equipment studies to verify proper and efficient operation of major process equipment.

• Assists plants in ensuring process knowledge, operational settings and equipment quality maintenance is sustained via use of Step 0 and other WCM foundational systems.

• Provides support to project teams during plant rebuilds and start-ups.

• May assist with product development, capital projects, process implementation and commissioning, and regulatory affairs.

Training & Education

• Supports training for engineers and local trainers.

• Support Training of operators and maintenance personnel as needed.

I4.0

• Works with the Advanced Manufacturing team to leverage data in all facets of Gypsum Manufacturing.

What do you bring?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Required

• Ability to travel 50-75% of the time

• 3-5 years’ experience in Gypsum Specific Manufacturing Experience in one or more areas.

• Strong Process Knowledge in at least one process area:

Calcination

Mixing and Forming

Drying

• 1 - 2 Years in production or process manufacturing role preferred

• Experience with Minitab preferred

• Understanding of mass & energy balance, flow diagrams, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), fluid properties and thermodynamics.

• Continuous Improvement Knowledge & Experience preferred

• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and the ability to work independently on assigned tasks

• Flexible and open-minded with good written and oral communication.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Basic Project Management Skills

What are our perks?

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental

• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program

• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)

• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career

• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends

• Employee Recognition Programs

• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace

• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Who are we? -

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings.-

-A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.  www.certainteed.com -

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Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.