Process Engineer — Lean, Data-Driven Plant Optimizer

Royal Oak Enterprises, LLC

Salem (MO)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Royal Oak Enterprises, LLC is seeking a Process Engineer to manage the plant's technical aspects, troubleshoot, control processes, and drive improvements. The role requires lean manufacturing experience, data analysis, and strong teamwork with operators and R&D.

You'll plan and implement modifications, uphold safety and quality, and lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase uptime and efficiency. Experience with capital projects, SPC, and statistical testing is required, along with

Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Engineering Management.
3-5 years of experience in a medium to large‐scale chemical manufacturing facility.
Background in process safety management.
Demonstrated skills in designing equipment, plant and processes, including a history of managing capital projects for quality, schedule and cost adherence.
Experience in transitioning development projects from lab into manufacturing.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and experience applying them in an industrial setting.
3D modeling, PLC (Program Logic Controllers) experience (Allen-Bradley)
Working understanding of basic computer languages
Data mining, analysis and statistical testing when appropriate.
Proficient in Excel, Word, Powerpoint, and Project. Microsoft D365 experience a plus.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Effectively collaborate with and seek input from operators and other staff to develop SOPs. Participate in incident reviews, root cause analyses and corrective actions.
Recommend improvements or redesigns for equipment and processes to meet safety, quality, production and cost goals.
Provide facilities engineering to maintain and upgrade the existing plant.
Plans and directs the modifications of existing equipment and facilities.
Implements engineering standards and maintaining the facility according to them.
Interact with R&D team to identify development activities necessary to improve manufacturing processes.
Support design activities with business cases including economic analysis.
Use statistics and statistical process controls to confirm plant operations, capability, reliability and quality.
Conduct audits and perform facility inspections to review practices and drive improvement in production.
Support the VP of Manufacturing and Area Manager to implement lean manufacturing principles in order to drive out waste.
Help build a culture of continuous improvement and establish programs to increase uptime.
Along with Area Manager, coordinate activities for PM and major shutdowns, including awarding contracts, procuring materials, and sequencing of work.