Process Engineer - CertainTeed Roofing

CertainTeed; Milan (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing

Medical Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Wellness Program

EAP

Job summary

Saint-Gobain is seeking a Process Engineer to lead initiatives that improve the manufacturing process, focusing on productivity, efficiency and quality while complying with Saint-Gobain policies.

You will guide plant staff and collaborate with production, engineering, maintenance, logistics and quality to implement changes and achieve high finished-product quality at lower cost.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree in Engineering is required.
• Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing experience.
• General understanding of ISO methodology (ISO 9001, 14001, & OHSAS 18001).
• Familiarity with 5S & Continuous Improvement Methodology.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives following Lean/ Six Sigma and TPM to boost safety, productivity, quality and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership to plant hourly and supervisory staff and coordinate with multiple departments.
• Analyze production data using SPC, DOE and other tools to reduce process variation.
• Develop, configure and optimize industrial processes from inception through startup and stabilization.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean Manufacturing

Excellent communication

MS Office

Education

4-year engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

What's the job?

The Process Engineer will manage project initiatives designed to improve the effectiveness of the manufacturing process in the areas of productivity, efficiency and quality to ensure that all products, processes and procedures are in compliance with established CertainTeed quality and manufacturing policies and specifications so that we can consistently meet or exceed our customer expectations.

This position provides effective leadership for all plant staff operating procedures wherever they impact process or product quality, and must implement and/or recommend necessary changes within the organization so that the plant achieves the highest possible finished product quality at the lowest possible cost. This position acts as a liaison between all the major departments: production, engineering, maintenance, logistics and quality.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Develops, directs and maintains process improvement objectives following WCM philosophies to maximize safety, productivity, quality and efficiency.
• Develops effective teamwork and utilizes innovation to achieve department goals.
• Provides general technical support and leadership to the plant supervisory and hourly employees.
• Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/incidents, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage.
• Conduct behavior-based audits and 5S audits as well as support plants EHS goals.
• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Analyze production data and apply SPC, DOE, and other statistical tools to identify and eliminate process variation.
• Develop, configure, and optimize industrial processes from inception through startup and stabilization.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and improve process capability.
• Conduct process flow studies and system simulations to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Provide clear process documentation, operating instructions, and training to hourly and salaried teammates.
• Introduce and integrate new technologies, raw materials, and methods to improve efficiency and product performance.
• Plan, coordinate, and evaluate production trials in collaboration with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Work closely with the Quality Systems Manager to ensure consistent SPC deployment and process monitoring.
• Coordinate with Engineering teams on capital projects that increase the efficiency of the production line.
• May be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and support Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM initiatives to drive cost reduction, yield improvement, and throughput gains.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree in Engineering is required
• Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing experience
• General understanding of ISO methodology (ISO 9001, 14001, & OHSAS 18001)
• Familiarity with 5S & Continuous Improvement Methodology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in use of MS Office
• Familiarity with AutoCAD is a plus

Benefits In Joining Us

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

LEGAL STATEMENT

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.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].