PROCESS ENGINEER - COLD END

Pilkington North America, Inc.; Rossford (OH); On-site; USD 83,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a Cold End Process Engineer to oversee production processes and collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency. This role involves monitoring performance, training operators, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background, excellent communication skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Benefits

401k

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacations

Education Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant glass manufacturing experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to facilitate group involvement and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage processes and equipment in production and case closure.
• Train and assess operators in standard operating procedures.
• Monitor and improve process performance using the 8-Step problem solving process.

Skills

Coaching

Communication

Planning

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Cold End Process Engineer Level:

Reports To: Cold End Manager Location: Rossford

Department: Cold End Employees Supervised: 0

Remote Work: N/A

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Purpose:

The Cold End Process Engineer is responsible for managing the process and equipment associated with the production area and case closure. The main objective is to develop systems to continually improve the process/product and work with the team to implement these systems. The Process Engineer is responsible and accountable for managing all aspects of the operation with respect to the areas of responsibility.

Essential Functions:

• Develop systems to consistently communicate expectations and priorities to the Cold End Shift Leaders and hourly employees on a daily basis. Follow up to ensure all expectations are met.
• Monitor process and operational performance and implement systems to improve performance. Utilize the 8-Step problem solving process to continually improve performance.
• Train and assess Stacker and On-line operators in standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct regular audits to ensure SOP content is current and operators understand SOPs.
• Assist in the commissioning of new plant equipment and other systems to ensure that the introduction into the production facility is handled efficiently and with minimum disruption to the operation.
• Work with the Cold End and Shift TPMC to ensure that all maintenance work is completed as required to meet or exceed Cold End performance targets.
• Interface with Materials Scheduler - to develop priorities and ensure that all scheduling and manning requirements are met to meet or exceed performance targets.
• Ensure that all activities related to the Cold End are performed in a safe manner. Pro-actively address all unsafe conditions. Properly investigate all safety incidents and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Establish and maintain a 5S system for the Cold End. Work with Cold End Shift Leaders and hourly employees to ensure plant housekeeping meets or exceeds standards.
• Support a two-float line operation, engaging in processes related to both float lines.
• All other duties assigned.

Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role:

• Passion for Excellence
• Strategic Thinking
• Empowers and Develops

Qualifications Required:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or applicable glass manufacturing experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
• Ability to facilitate groups in an employee involvement environment.
• Basic computer skills- Excel, Word, PowerPoint; SPC knowledge is desired.
• Excellent planning & organizational skills

Qualifications Desired:

• 1-3 years glass manufacturing experience
• Previous supervisory experience
• Self-motivated individual
• Must be able to multi-task and work well under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability in innovative, developmental, and results-oriented competencies.

Salary Range $83,211 - $114,120

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.

The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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Date Posted: 05/29/2025

Internal Candidates Interested in Position:

• Must notify their manager that they will be applying for the position
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• Go to “My Company”, “View Opportunities”
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• Application must be completed and can be submitted as long as the job has not been filled
• Your profile will be submitted to your Human Resources representative, qualifications reviewed, and you will receive appropriate feedback.

Authority and responsibility for quality for this position is defined in the Quality Manual/local documentation and apply as appropriate.

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