DIVISION ENGINEER CO-OP

Jzms Group; Washington (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family, seeks a Division Engineer Co-Op to assist the Operations division in Washington, IN. The role focuses on process improvements, project management and equipment optimization to support safe, efficient production.

The candidate will develop training materials, perform equipment qualification and collaborate with multiple departments to implement changes, while handling capital projects from conception to startup.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Internship or co-op experience in operations or manufacturing is strongly desired.
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills; Excel proficiency highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Initiate process and equipment improvements to enhance safety, energy efficiency and profitability.
• Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including cost justification and tracking expenses.
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation and perform equipment qualification and training.
• Coordinate with Division Superintendent and other departments on changes or new installations within the division.
• Plan procurement, installation, budgeting, training, startup, commissioning and project closure.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical writing

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

Excel

Job description

Ready to join a US Best Managed Company? Grain Processing Corporation, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE™ family of companies, has a fantastic opportunity to join our team as a Division Engineer Co-Op! The Division Engineer Co-Op will provide technical and engineering assistance to the Operations division of Grain Processing Corporation.

• This position is designed and intended to be performed in Washington, IN.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Initiate innovations with respect to process and equipment modifications or changes, which improve operating conditions, safety, energy conservation, environmental concerns, and/or profitability
• Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including preparation of financial justification, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conduct equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and make provisions for repair parts stocking levels.
• Work with the Division Superintendent to represent the interests of the Production Department in discussions with the Engineering, Process Development, and Creative Solutions Department on changes or new installations in the division
• Project management tasks such as: purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and startup of projects
• Monitor process equipment downtime records to identify troublesome equipment and provide recommendations for improvements
• Calculate material balances when processes change or when directed by Division Superintendent
• Responsible for concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure of capital projects
• Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives
• Work directly with operations in troubleshooting and resolving process issues

EDUCATION:

• Pursuing a Bachelors degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering required. Other engineering disciplines may be considered.

EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous experience in a corn wet milling or similar industrial process is desired
• Internship or co-op experience in an operations or manufacturing environment strongly desired
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills
• Advanced skill level in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is strongly desired
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload

TRAVEL:

• Limited travel (up to 10%) may be required for training or to support business needs.

Other:

• Regular and timely attendance is required.

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