Sr Process Engineer

Owens Corning; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building products is seeking a Sr Process Engineer to lead process improvements and safety initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical engineering and experience in manufacturing processes, focusing on lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to impact new product introductions and strategic improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a manufacturing process engineering role.
• Experience with wood-based panel cutting and coating a plus.
• SPC experience and ASQ certification a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports execution of safety initiatives and drives improvement initiatives.
• Facilitates process improvement events in alignment with operational efficiency.
• Develops process documentation including work instructions and control plans.

Skills

Statistical data analysis

Communication

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate’s degree in a technology field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Sr Process Engineer will champion for the development and improvement of molded panel coating and cutting processes. They leverage their skills and tools to eliminate waste, increase capacity, and drive cost out of the organization. They also serve as leaders to validate and standardize our processes, creating consistency in our performance. Their expertise and analytical skills also serve as the backbone to successfully launch, and land new product introductions and strategic process improvement projects.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

• Actively supports and assists with execution of safety initiatives within the plant. All Masonite employees are expected to be leaders in safety performance.
• Responsible for systematically identifying and implementing improvement initiatives.
• Drives continuous improvement projects from inception to completion, including sustainment measures.
• Utilizes Lean tools to eliminate waste, increase capacity, and drive cost out of the process.
• Facilitates process improvement events with plant operations teams in alignment with Operational Efficiency objectives.
• Facilitates raw material qualification events in conjunction with Masonite research and plant operations teams
• Orchestrates process validation exercises
• Acts as a crucial link in capital project pipeline development with accurate data capture and thorough analysis. Also responsible for development of process specs and CTQs to be used in capital equipment specification.
• Provides data analysis and technical support to manufacturing and quality functions.
• Develops process documentation including work instructions, control plans and visual aids
• Provides process related training to operations personnel to enhance troubleshooting skills
• Works with equipment suppliers, Quality Managers, and other technical staff to stabilize and control manufacturing processes if they waver.
• Serves as the process expert for molded panel coating and cutting processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline or an Associate’s degree in a technology field and 5+ years’ experience in amanufacturingprocess engineering role.
• Experience with wood-based panel cutting and coating a plus
• SPC Experience
• ASQ certification a plus
• Lean/Six Sigma fluency a plus.
• Demonstrated statistical data analysis skills and technical report writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to drive change
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative on a wide range of project activities and situations.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of a manufacturing organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload with flexibility and close attention to detail.
• Must be able to work autonomously.
• PC proficiency including MS Office.

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About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.