Process Engineer

Overview

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.

We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.

Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.

We’re committed to the whole you – your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.

Our benefits include:

• 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 Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Plus, more!

Growth opportunities available!

Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!

About the Role:

Are you passionate about driving innovation and optimizing manufacturing processes? Join our team as a Process Engineer and play a pivotal role in enhancing the furnace, batch, and binder processes across our state-of-the-art fiberglass manufacturing facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Corporate Engineering, R&D, Plant Engineering, and Production, to develop cutting-edge process improvements and tackle complex product and technical challenges.

If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to make a tangible impact, this is your chance to shape the future of fiberglass manufacturing with us!

• Oversee the delivery of glass to the Process Group, ensuring it meets required standards for viscosity, temperature, and chemical composition.
• Manage furnace operations to maintain optimal performance, proper maintenance, and efficient process settings.
• Oversee and maintain the inventory of refractory materials to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Stay up-to-date on the relationship between glass chemistry and its properties to drive process improvements.
• Supervise the plant's recycled water system, including filtration, treatment, and disposal, ensuring compliance with environmental and operational standards.
• Conduct in-depth technical analyses of manufacturing and process data, leveraging insights to enhance processes and exceed customer expectations.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute furnace maintenance and repair activities, utilizing both internal and external resources effectively.
• Manage all batch house operations, including raw material unloading, mixing, and overall process efficiency.
• Monitor and maintain raw material inventory to support uninterrupted production.
• Continuously identify and implement innovative ideas and methods to improve manufacturing capabilities, efficiency, and productivity.
• Collaborate with the Process Engineering Manager to execute projects aimed at achieving departmental goals, including cost reduction, productivity improvements, process optimization, capacity expansion, scrap reduction, and product enhancements.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects focused on process and product optimization, innovation, cost efficiency, and other strategic business initiatives.
• Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization.
• Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Ceramic Engineering, or a related field.
• Lean Certifications and/or Green/Black Belt in Lean Six Sigma preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in Process or Manufacturing Engineering within a similar environment.
• Industry experience in glass or insulation…