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Construction Specialties, Inc. Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer in Fort Valley, Georgia
Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer - ( 2400086 )
Description
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALTIES, INC.
Founded in 1948, Construction Specialties (CS) is a specialty building products manufacturer. CS provides solutions to building challenges that architects, designers, building owners, facility managers, and contractors face every day. Since inventing the first extruded louver, CS has become a global leader in all our product categories. Our products are a part of some of the most iconic buildings around the world–from the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa in Dubai, to the Oculus at the World Trade Center Transit Hub in Manhattan. If you want to work in an inspiring atmosphere and collaborate with customers and colleagues to solve challenges, we're the right place for you. CS: People. Buildings. Better.
Equal opportunity is not only the law but is the basis of how we ensure that our workplace fosters an environment of fairness, equality, and respect. It is the policy of Construction Specialties to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
A senior process engineering role to standardize and improve the manufacturing processes and equipment procedures at the manufacturing facility. This role collaborates with all relevant team members and provides technical expertise to resolve problems, establish best practices and lead improvement activities for site manufacturing teams. This role ensures operational goals of the organization are met including safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction targets.
This role collaborates daily with the manufacturing teams to define and implement solutions to site priorities including but not limited to enhancing production efficiency, equipment optimization, scrap reduction, and improving overall product quality. Works on projects related to the review of existing, and design of new manufacturing equipment, processes, and work centers. May suggest or implement equipment purchases, modifications or measurement device calibration changes that could result in improved productivity or reduced costs related to production.
This role works independently within established procedures associated with the job function.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, including but not necessarily limited to the following:
Responsible for process control to obtain site targets for safety, quality, productivity and cost
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions for targets not being met
Establish and implement best practice consistent with industry standards
Conduct root cause analysis and ensure continuous improvement for areas of responsibility
Conduct root cause analysis and ensure continuous improvement for areas of responsibility
Establishes priorities based on performance of the site and organizational goals
Coordinates projects and resources including Capital Expenditures
Assist in the training and development of the production staff
Ensure accurate reporting and documentation of metrics and improvements
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE/ SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE/ EDUCATION: (Minimum Education and/or Experience required)
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field (preferred)
3-5 years of production manufacturing experience in a similar role
Experience collaborating with production teams in a manufacturing environment, particularly in plastic extrusion or similar processes
Strong problem-solving and leadership skills
Proven ability to drive process improvements and demonstrate tangible results
Providing technical support and collaborating with site and functional departments for process and resolution
COMPETENCIES:
Process Optimization: Identifying opportunities for improving efficiency and reducing waste (Lean, Six Sigma)
Technical Knowledge: Expertise in plastic extrusion processes and troubleshooting production issues preferred
Quality Assurance: Maintaining and improving product quality through effective control systems
Collaboration & Communication: Coordinating with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements.
Health & Safety: Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a safe work environment.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyzing production data to support improvements and track performance
Adaptability: Handling changing production demands and leading through transitions
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Indirect
Primary Location : US-GA-Fort Valley
: Operations
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Employee Type: : Full-Time Regular
Req ID: 2400086