Process Engineering Manager

Knauf Insulation, Inc.; McGregor (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Virtual medical services

Fertility & adoption benefits

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Family leave

Salary continuance

Life insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Plus more

Job summary

Knauf Insulation, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead the process engineering function and drive continuous improvement at a new plant. You will develop designs and equipment modifications to enhance production capability and quality.

You will lead cross-functional Lean Six Sigma projects across manufacturing processes. You will implement best practices, set KPIs, coach teams, and ensure regulatory and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma certification or trained practitioner.

Responsibilities

• Identify process bottlenecks and implement improvements with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain operations by enforcing project and personnel policies.
• Lead end-to-end process improvement projects with measurement systems.
• Resolve quality issues with root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Lead the engineering team at the plant and drive productivity.
• Communicate initiatives to Plant Operations management.
• Coach teams to meet certification and quality goals.
• Keep up with knowledge in manufacturing processes and best practices.
• Foster innovation, collaboration and accountability across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

KPI setting

Team motivation

Decision making

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Lean processes

Statistical software

Production knowledge

Fibreglass knowledge

Machinery knowledge

SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

Lean Six Sigma training/certification

Tools

SAP

Job description

Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!

• Virtual Medical Services

• Fertility and adoption benefits

• 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)

• Paid parental leave

• Paid Family Leave

• Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)

• Company paid life insurance

• Paid Holidays

• Vacation

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

About the Role:

As the Process Engineering Manager, you will lead the process engineering function while driving continuous improvement at a new plant. This is an exciting opportunity to implement best practices across multiple departments and help shape operational excellence from the ground up. In this role, you will develop new designs and equipment modifications to enhance production capability and improve quality standards. You will also lead process improvement projects across a range of manufacturing processes using Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques.

This position is required to be onsite.

What You'll Do:

• Works closely with Plant Management and functional teams to identify process bottlenecks, conduct root cause analysis and implement process improvements across the business.

• Maintains process operations by initiating, coordinating and enforcing project, operational and personnel policies and procedures.

• Initiates and leads projects that improve end-to-end processes, including the setup, validation and auditing of measurement systems to deliver measurable business impact.

• Resolves quality issues by identifying problems, evaluating solutions, implementing action plans and providing the necessary resources.

• Leads the Engineering Team at the plant.

• Communicates key initiatives to the Manager, Plant Operations.

• Drives productivity and process improvement projects aligned with business initiatives.

• Conducts quality awareness and Sigma Belt training across the organisation.

• Coaches project teams to fulfil certification requirements and achieve quality and process improvement objectives.

• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing professional networks and benchmarking leading practices.

• Drives high levels of employee retention and engagement to support a sustainable workforce.

• Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration and accountability within the organisation.

• Creates an inclusive environment in which all employees feel able to contribute and make a positive impact on the company.

What You'll Need:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

• Lean Six Sigma training/certification

Experience

• Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Process Engineer in an industrial manufacturing environment involving product trials, customer complaints and product testing

• Minimum three (3) years of experience leading, supervising or managing high-performing teams in a similar environment

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to lead and train others in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to establish KPIs and hold direct reports accountable for consistently achieving goals

• Ability to motivate and energise a team to deliver strong solutions

• Ability to make quick, thorough decisions that positively impact the organisation

• Ability to identify problems and process improvement opportunities and develop creative solutions

• Ability to communicate effectively with groups of customers and with employees at all levels of the organisation

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time, as needed

• Knowledge of machinery and its design and use

• Knowledge of statistical analysis software

• Knowledge of production processes

• Knowledge of fibreglass manufacturing processes preferred

• Knowledge of lean processes required

• Knowledge of SAP preferred

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.