Turf Process Engineer

Job Title Turf Process Engineer Position Overview Shaw Industries is seeking a Process Engineer to drive improvements in the Turf Tufting production processes, Game On (T6 &T8) and D4. This position is responsible for driving continuous improvement in safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, waste, and cost while ensuring compliance with all company, plant and departmental guidelines and procedures. The initial focus for this position will be accelerating SY/HR efforts for Game On Line 2, while playing a key role in supporting and advancing the Game On processes.

Responsibilities:

This position provides technical assistance to the departments on a daily basis. Manage capital projects and drive them to completion. Monitoring and analyzing departmental performance through reports, feedback, and observations. Effectively implement processing changes to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost. Drive TPM initiatives and equipment improvements. Investigate off-quality situations and develop solutions. Manage raw material inventories and orders as needed. Assist Technical Development Department with trial and new product development. Lead the planning, set up, data collection, and data analysis with all MTR, XR, technical development trials and new product development. Use Six Sigma, LEAN, and other statistical tools to monitor and improve the processes. Learn controls/programming of machines to make simple corrections/resets as required. Work on AO docs documentation as required (

EX:

RCA's, Spec approvals, etc.) Ensure the department's processing specs are accurate and up to date. Ensure all products meet physical requirements for Turf (pile weight, tuft bind, length, etc.) Fill in for the Department or Technical Manager as needed. Identify and resolve process problems with specific styles and orders. Perform tasks assigned by Plant Leadership. Minimum travel between plants Interpret and understand customer needs through customer feedback and field visits.

Leadership Competencies:

Demonstrate Good Judgment Facilitate Change Build Trusting Relationships Drive Results Initiate Action Requirements:

4 Year college degree required Highly motivated. Ability to work independently Ability to effectively communicate with multiple departments Proficient in analyzing data and Google Applications Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Preferred:

Engineering Degree preferred Black Belt Trained Previous Process or Project Engineering experience Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Preferred or willingness to complete Shaw benefits include: Medical, dental, vision insurance and Pet insurance Life insurance and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Health savings account Paid Time Off Parental Leave 401K and Retirement Plans Product discounts for employees Gym membership discounts Adoption assistance Shaw Family Health Center (Dalton, GA, and Cartersville, GA, locations) And much more. #ShawIND #LI-CL1 Work Shift 8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. A history of success, a future of possibility Founded in 1967, Shaw Industries' leadership has been built on a history of success. Over time, our products have expanded, the customers we serve have been broadened, and the technology we use has advanced, but our vision to create a better future remains the same. Exceeding our customers' expectations for quality, service and performance is at the heart of our business. Global Flooring Provider Shaw Industries Group Inc. supplies carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile and stone, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. Learn more Operational Excellence Our manufacturing operations and integrated supply chain deliver a broad array of products to meet diverse needs across residential and commercial markets throughout the world. Learn more Award Winning The success of our company and the success of our associates go hand-in-hand. We are consistently awarded as an employer of choice, community partner, and leader in design and innovation. Learn more We Sustain Human Ability At Shaw, sustainability means sustaining human ability in all of our products and processes. We ask ourselves "how can we minimize our impact on the environment and maximize human potential?" Learn More Community Partner From civic involvement and philanthropic giving to volunteerism and future workforce development, our company and associates leverage our combined passions and expertise in addressing community needs, collaboratively. Learn More In The News There is always something new and exciting happening at Shaw. Check out our news page to read our recent press releases, company blog posts, sustainability reports and more! Learn More