Manager, Process Engineering

Knauf Insulation•Albion, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Process Engineering Manager, you will provide direction for the process department while promoting continuous improvement for a new plant. This is an exciting opportunity to implement continuous improvement best practices across multiple departments. You will develop new designs and modifications to the equipment to improve the production capability and the quality standards. As a Process Engineering Manager, you will lead process improvement projects in different manufacturing production processes, using Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques. This position is required to be onsite

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field
Minimum five (5) years’ experience as a Process Engineer in an industrial manufacturing environment involved with product trials, customer complaints and product testing
Minimum three (3) years of experience leading/supervising/managing high-performance teams in a similar environment
Ability to lead and train others in a fast-paced environment
Ability to set KPI’s and hold direct reports accountable for achieving goals on a consistent basis
Ability to motivate and energize a team to produce winning solutions
Ability to make quick, thorough decisions that will positively impact the organization
Ability to identify problems/process improvement opportunities and provide creative solutions
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or across all levels within the organization
Ability to handle multiple priorities under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment
Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time as needed
Knowledge of machinery and its design/use
Knowledge of statistical analysis software
Knowledge of production processes
Troubleshooting skills
Problem solving skills
Critical thinking skills
Organizational skills
Negotiation skills
Project Management skills
Leadership and management skills
Computer skills in a MS Windows environment; proficient in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Detail-oriented
Analytical
Self-motivated

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma training/certification preferred
Knowledge of fiberglass manufacturing processes beneficial
Knowledge of lean processes is beneficial
Knowledge of SAP preferred

Responsibilities

Works closely with Plant Management and Functional Teams to identify process bottlenecks, conducts root cause analysis and implements process improvements across the business or organization.
Maintain process operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing project, operational and personnel policies and procedures.
Initiates and leads projects that improve end-to-end processes: setup, validation, and audit measurement systems to deliver business impact.
Resolve quality issues by identifying problems, examining solutions, implementing action plans, and providing resources
Lead the Engineering Team at the plant.
Communicate key initiatives to Manager, Plant Operations
Drives productivity and process improvement projects aligned with business initiatives.
Conducts quality awareness, and Sigma Belt trainings within the organization
Coaches project teams to fulfill certification requirements, quality and process improvement objectives. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and benchmarking state-of-the-art practices
Drives the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
Fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
Instills an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Benefits

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!