Process Engineering Co‑Op: Milling Ops Innovation

Ultipro; Washington, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Grain Processing Corporation, a US Best Managed Company, invites applications for a Division Engineer Co-Op in Washington, IN. The role supports the Operations division with process engineering, capital projects, and training documentation.

Internships or co-op experience in manufacturing are strongly preferred, along with strong communication and Excel skills. The position involves coordinating with Division Superintendent and engineering teams, managing budgets, scheduling, and start-up

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering required. Other engineering disciplines may be considered.
• Previous internship or co-op experience in operations or manufacturing strongly desired.
• Strong verbal and technical writing skills are required.
• Advanced skill level in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications is strongly desired.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Initiate innovations with respect to process and equipment modifications or changes, which improve operating conditions, safety, energy conservation, environmental concerns, and/or profitability.
• Manage capital and expense projects from conception to production, including preparation of financial justification, specifying, purchasing, as well as tracking all spending related to the project.
• Develop maintenance and operator training documentation, conduct equipment qualification and initial training of production personnel, and make provisions for repair parts stocking levels.
• Work with the Division Superintendent to represent the interests of the Production Department in discussions with the Engineering, Process Development, and Creative Solutions Department on changes or new installations in the division.
• Project management tasks such as: purchasing of materials and supplies, equipment installation, budget tracking, employee training, and startup of projects.
• Monitor process equipment downtime records to identify troublesome equipment and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Calculate material balances when processes change or when directed by Division Superintendent.
• Responsible for concept, design, estimating, proposal submittal purchasing, installation, start-up, commissioning, documentation, training, and closure of capital projects.
• Develop project plans, timelines, cost estimates for process improvements to meet the overall manufacturing and operations objectives.
• Work directly with operations in troubleshooting and resolving process issues

Skills

Strong verbal and technical writing

Time management

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Electrical, Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Grain Processing Corporation, a US Best Managed Company, invites applications for a Division Engineer Co-Op in Washington, IN. The role supports the Operations division with process engineering, capital projects, and training documentation.

Internships or co-op experience in manufacturing are strongly preferred, along with strong communication and Excel skills. The position involves coordinating with Division Superintendent and engineering teams, managing budgets, scheduling, and start-up