Process Engineer Sr

Job Title Process Engineer Sr Position Overview Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.

Responsibilities:

Participate in and continuously improve on Safety, Quality, Productivity, and Cost Monitor safety of all processes in the extrusion department Responsible for the reliability and operation of polyester drying equipment Responsible for troubleshooting of extrusion process and related equipment Serve as the extrusion process expert, with a consistent focus on improving productivity Provides coaching to mechanics, operators, and supervisors around safety, process, and productivity Drives root cause analysis and implementation of preventative measures for off quality fiber and customer complaints Participates in customer feedback calls and customer visits Monitors running conditions of extrusion as needed to ensure the production of a first quality product Monitors product changes and startups to guard against contamination and off quality Confers with lab on out if spec quality checks Assists in improving the operational knowledge and improving the procedures within extrusion and in increasing the areas overall response time to out of spec conditions. Performs required SPC activities as an administrator and user of Infinity QS software. Utilizes BB training and Minitab data analysis for improving the process and the performance of project specific teams. Write and edit departmental SOPs Assist within the extrusion department operations as needed Provide technical assistance to the departmental manager, team managers, associates and internal customers on a daily basis Managing capital projects, driving TPM initiatives and cost improvements Responsible for managing LOTO procedures for the department Assist in leading and managing Intern(s), OMT(s), and Process Technician(s) as needed. Facilitate employee engagement within the department through managing the "Bright Idea" System, and participating in Round Table Meetings, Quality Meetings, and Team Accountability Meetings. Understand and Support all SAFE, SMS, TPM, Lean Six Sigma & Environmental Efforts within the department. Assist in developing and implementing plans to improve these areas where performance is under goal.

Competencies:

Plan and Organize Demonstrate Good Judgement Drive Results Build Trusting Relationships Learn Continuously Initiate Action Requirements:

4-year Engineering degree required; Chemical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering degree preferred Strong communication skills (written and oral) Strong project management skills Six Sigma Black Belt trained or willingness to complete training Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Google Suite (preferred) Previous manufacturing experience (preferred) (Based upon experience level of candidate selected, position may be filled as a Process Engineer or Sr. Process Engineer) 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. 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