Process Engineer: Continuous Improvement & Startup Lead

Shaw Industries; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Industries in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to support the profile production line and oversee the SPC regrind process stream. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, corporate engineering, and R&D to improve equipment reliability and drive process optimization.

This hands-on role emphasizes project leadership, Six Sigma/Lean initiatives, and delivering measurable plant performance improvements, including leading capital projects and mentoring engineering interns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering degree preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Minitab, and other data analysis tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting efforts and implement solutions to improve safety, quality, productivity, and equipment reliability.
• Analyze production and quality data to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support the startup and commissioning of new equipment and process improvements within the regrind operation.
• Partner with R&D to coordinate and evaluate product and process trials.
• Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Corporate Engineering teams to improve asset reliability and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Develop and manage capital and expense projects related to equipment upgrades and process enhancements.
• Analyze operational and financial data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials.
• Coach, train, and support production associates while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
• Serve as a champion for safety and continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Mentor and provide project leadership for engineering co-ops and interns.
• Present project updates and performance metrics to plant and corporate leadership teams.
• Lead and support special projects that contribute to facility goals and long-term strategic initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Word

Job description

Shaw Industries in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to support the profile production line and oversee the SPC regrind process stream. You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, corporate engineering, and R&D to improve equipment reliability and drive process optimization.

This hands-on role emphasizes project leadership, Six Sigma/Lean initiatives, and delivering measurable plant performance improvements, including leading capital projects and mentoring engineering interns.