Process Engineer

Ox Industries; White Pigeon Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Legal benefits

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Ox Industries in White Pigeon Township, Michigan, is seeking a Process Engineer to provide technical support and training for continuous improvement in paper mill operations. This role includes promoting safety, training staff on problem-solving, and managing the process control instrumentation.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with experience in process development and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary between $65,000 and $85,000 annually is offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Pulp and Paper Science or other engineering discipline preferred.
• Experience in process, product or technology development.
• Ability to multitask and meet/supersede objectives.

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe working environment including hazard recognition.
• Train employees in analytical problem solving.
• Support maintenance and electrical staff.

Skills

Process control knowledge

Effective communication skills

Team leadership abilities

Analytical problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Salary Range: $65,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually

BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Legal, Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability and Life Insurance, plus Retirement Savings Plan with company match!

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Process Engineer provides technical support and training to drive continuous improvement in the performance of all aspects of the paper mill operation including safety, quality assurance and customer service, productivity, environmental stewardship, operating efficiencies, and cost containment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promotion of a safe working environment including hazard recognition and mediation
• Perform as a leader in technical support and training for plant processes to improve overall efficiency
• Train employees in analytical problem solving and decision making techniques as applicable
• Identify opportunities to improve existing procedures and workflow processes, including the DCS (Distributed Control System)
• Management of the mill’s process control instrumentation
• Understand and oversee quality assurance program, including Certificate of Analysis (COAs) documentation, customer complaint investigations, and quality improvement projects
• Assist EHS Manager with environmental compliance, including permits and certifications
• Facilitate the process by which projects and activities are identified, defined, developed and prioritized including capital requests
• Support maintenance and electrical staff and relief coverage for Maintenance Superintendent
• Participate in downtime maintenance and readiness planning and project management activities
• Weekend coverage as required
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Pulp and Paper Science or other engineering discipline preferred
• Process control knowledge in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in process, product or technology development
• Ability to multitask and meet/supersede objectives
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Team leadership abilities
• Excellent computer skills to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Demonstrated track record of initiative, leadership and effectiveness