Process Engineer: Glass Manufacturing & Furnace Optimizer

IKO Industries

Village of Cedarhurst (NY)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 125,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Mental Wellness

Short-term Disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Engagement Events

Awards & Recognition

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

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Job summary

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking a Process Engineer to monitor, control, and optimize manufacturing processes in a safety‑driven environment.

You will oversee batch handling, furnace operations, process control systems, coordination with material carriers, and drive continuous improvements for quality and efficiency. The role requires a Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong technical writing, SPC knowledge, Lean Six Sigma familiarity, and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
3–5 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
Experience with coating processes and fiberglass mat operations preferred.
Strong technical writing skills with high attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) is beneficial.
Lean Six Sigma skills and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate exceptional attendance and reliability.
Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; promote safe work practices.
Monitor and maintain proper batch storage, delivery, weighing, and mixing.
Coordinate with Quality Control and raw material carriers to approve unloading of materials.
Evaluate batch plant control system data and make adjustments to maintain process efficiency and control.
Monitor and control furnace and forehearth operations to ensure optimal glass formation and throughput.
Monitor and adjust critical process variables including gas firing, electric boost power, pressure, temperature, flow rates, oxygen, bubblers, glass level, and batch line.
Inspect furnace and forehearths at required intervals and address identified issues.
Assist with furnace changes, upsets, start-ups, shutdowns, repairs, and rebuilds.
Guide and support maintenance personnel during batch and furnace repairs.
Perform minor repairs and process adjustments as required.
Maintain exceptional housekeeping and organization in all assigned areas including batch house, furnace levels, and control room.
General housekeeping duties
Additional duties as assigned by Supervisory staff