Process Engineer IIIOver 90 years of quality products and superior service.This position is responsible for supporting the needs of the operating plants and executing projects related to new product development, cost savings, and improvements in plant capacity and yield. The yield projects include improvement of existing processes and projects related to the development of byproducts. Additionally this position is responsible for conducting plant audits and is involved in the daily operational activities and needs for each plant area as it relates to assigned projects.The Process Engineer III also supports training and familiarization of new processes and procedures to SGI's operating plants.Essential duties include:Execute duties in an efficient and safe mannerExecute projects related to cost savingsCalculate cost savings potentialExecute projects related to plant capacity improvementExecute projects related to yield improvementWork with in house R&D on new product developmentDirect testing at vendor locationsDefine equipment and process specifications for new productsDefine scope and process flow related to new productsInput and review of engineering design plansProvide start up assistance to new processes or changes to processesConduct annual Coloring Plant audits including improvement recommendations and reportingProvide support to plants on technical issues and/or questionsMaintenance of Process Flow DiagramsPerform other duties as assignedLevel based competencies:AdaptabilityCommunicationDecision MakingEmotional IntelligenceFacilitating ChangeFollow-UpInfluencing OthersInnovative ThinkingJudgmentPlanning and OrganizingProblem / Opportunity AnalysisLeading TeamsTechnical knowledge/skillsMineral Processing including crushing/screening (intermediate knowledge)Coatings application process (entry knowledge)Project Management, Planning, and Scheduling (entry to intermediate knowledge)Material handling (entry to intermediate knowledge)Engineering / equipment design (entry to intermediate knowledge)AutoCAD preferred, not requiredComputer (intermediate knowledge)Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (intermediate knowledge)Google (G-Suite) (intermediate knowledge)Analytical and problem solving skills (intermediate knowledge)Leadership/Supervision:Must have the ability to lead a teamWorks well in difficult and time pressure situationsEducation/Experience:Bachelor's degree in Engineering5+ years industrial/manufacturing process engineering experience, preferably mineral processingDimensions:No. of direct reports: 0No.
of indirect reports: 0Budget Responsibility: NoTravel Requirements: 30-50% domesticallyWorking Conditions: Office, travel, and outdoors/indoors within a Process Plant and Mine environmentPhysical Requirements: Computer, ability to make oral presentations, lifting objects up to 50 lbs., standing or sitting for extended periods, extended or irregular hours, bending, climbing, kneeling, stooping, walking on uneven terrain. Must be able to wear all required personal protective equipment and work outdoors in temperature extremes.At Specialty Granules LLC, we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).
If you are currently an SGI employee, please do not apply here. Please apply through the "Jobs Hub" section, which can be accessed under your Apps in Workday.SGI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. SGI complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
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