Process Engineer

Carlisle Construction Materials; Tooele (UT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials is seeking a Process Engineer located in Tooele, UT, to develop and improve process technologies and products. The ideal candidate will analyze new or modified processes, assist in equipment startups, and manage quality technicians. A BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry, along with 3+ years of relevant experience and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, is required. Strong communication skills and project leadership are essential. This role offers a collaborative work environment focusing on continuous improvement and technical assistance across departments.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of process technical specialist experience preferred.
• Project leadership experience required.
• Strong interaction skills with various departments.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate new or modified products and processes in manufacturing.
• Aid in new equipment startups and continuous improvement of existing equipment.
• Develop continuous process and product improvement methods.

Skills

Detailed knowledge of production equipment for PolyIso

Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma knowledge

Communication skills – oral and written

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting skills

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification

Tools

SAP

Minitab

Wonderware/Trend

Job description

Job Summary

The Process Engineer has the responsibility to develop, analyze and implement new or modified process technologies, products, equipment, and systems under the guidance of the Plant Manager and the Process Engineer Lead. Included are evaluation of modifications to existing products, investigation of new products on existing equipment and technical assistance to manufacturing, generation and upkeep of processing specifications, defect and waste control, continuous process improvement, implementation of statistical process controls, documentation, generation of technical reports and interaction with other company departments and plants. Lead and participate in both Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma projects.

Location

Tooele, UT

Duties and Responsibilities

• New or Modified Product and Processes – Evaluate modified or new product and processes in manufacturing. Generating documentation, technical reports, experimental design, statistical analysis are all necessary. Determine processability, equipment and procedure required for manufacturing to assist with the evaluation and recommendation of new products for manufacturing.
• Process Equipment – Aid in new equipment startups and continuous improvement of existing equipment. Troubleshoot, generation and maintenance of process specification and general technical assistance.
• Product/ Process Improvement – Develop continuous process and product improvement through proactive defect and waste control, implementation of statistical process control, method improvements, and cost reduction using Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodology.
• Production Assistance – Constant proactive interaction with manufacturing to provide technical assistance, crisis intervention, continuous process improvement, manufacturing specification, defect and waste reduction. Includes equipment, process and raw material troubleshooting, establishment of statistical process controls.
• Require strong interaction skills with Marketing, Purchasing, Engineering, Maintenance, Production, Quality, R&D and Outside Vendors.
• Manages, plans, directs, and monitors the daily activities of Quality Technicians. Ensures personnel are trained to perform standard work. Responsible for quality assurance ensuring both results and associated documentation are maintained. Assist as point of contact for third‑party quality control organizations for quarterly audits.

Required Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge

• Detailed knowledge of production equipment used to manufacture PolyIso is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of ISO and the process related interaction of raw material in the process.
• Experimental design, Six Sigma, Lean manufacturing, and statistical process control.
• Knowledge of quality system and manufacturing specs.
• Knowledge of other plant functions as well as other organizational functions.
• Project leadership.
• Understand fundamentals of coaching, counseling, and feedback.
• Knowledge of company policies and practices.
• Use of PC and associated software including SAP, Minitab, SPC, Wonderware/Trend, and RFGen software.
• Communication skills – oral and written. Includes projects and trial reports.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Budgeting skills.

Competencies

• Teamwork
  • Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
• Managing Change
  • Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers that may be encountered. Addresses conflict to find common ground solutions.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Retains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
• Customer Focus
  • Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions for all customers. Always has the customer’s needs top of mind.
• Continuous Learning
  • Understands individual strengths and opportunity areas and seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and lean into opportunity areas. Open to both giving and receiving feedback.
• Drive for Results
  • Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with actions. Seeks to align goals with attainment of organizational strategy. Has a sense of ownership and personal accountability for actions taken.
• Leading People
  • Influences others and empowers team to execute efficiently.
• Developing People
  • Invests time in finding, mentoring, and coaching talent.

Education and Experience

• Education: BS in Chemical Engineering from an accredited school.
• Equivalency: BS in Chemistry with 3+ years of process technical specialist experience.
• Certification: Lean Six Sigma Black Belt.
• Experience: 3+ years of process technical specialist (preferred).
• Equivalency: Three to Five (3‑5) supervisory/management experience, with at least three (3) years in manufacturing specifically.

Equipment Used

• Phone, radio, computer, copier, and printer.
• Chemical mixing/metering skids, web conveying equipment, laminators, robotic stacking equipment, and automatic cutting machines among other process equipment.

Working Conditions

• Work environment – Some of this employee’s time will be spent in an environmentally controlled office. The remainder will be spent on the production floor, which can be hot and noisy.
• Time worked – Typically Monday‑Friday; however, days may extend as production needs dictate, 8:00 am‑5:00 pm; however, hours may extend in either direction as required.

Travel Requirement

Less than 10% travel time is expected for this position, primarily for trainings and to work in cross‑functional teams.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting or Carrying
  • 1‑10 lbs (0‑30%)
  • 11‑20 lbs (31‑60%)
  • 21‑40 lbs (61‑100%)
  • 41‑50 lbs (61‑100%)
  • 51 or more lbs (61‑100%)
• Pulling or Pushing
  • 1‑40 lbs (0‑30%)
  • 41‑50 lbs (31‑60%)
  • 51 or more lbs (61‑100%)
• Bending or Stooping – (0‑30%)
• Reaching above shoulder level – (0‑30%)
• Driving automatic equipment – (0‑30%)
• Operating machinery or power tools – (0‑30%)
• Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) – (0‑30%)
• Walking – (0‑30%)
• Standing – (0‑30%)
• Sitting – (0‑30%)
• Working in extreme temperatures – (0‑30%)
• Repetitive motion – (0‑30%)
• Vision – (0‑30%)
• Hearing – (0‑30%)
• Dexterity – (0‑30%)
• Hand‑eye coordination – (0‑30%)

Personal Protective Equipment

While working on the production floor, eye and hearing protection is required at all times. Other forms of PPE may be required as defined by management.