Process Engineer

Job Title
Process Engineer

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is looking for a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement in the Twisting and Heatset departments.


Responsibilities:

• The successful candidate must have a passion for continuous improvement and the desire and ability to lead internal teams to drive results.
• Build trusting relationships throughout the plant.
• Lead Lean/Kaizen/Six Sigma process and projects.
• Drive improvement in equipment reliability. Lead EITs as necessary.
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to work on several projects simultaneously and under tight schedules.
• Knowledge of data collection and interpretation; Black Belt training preferred.
• Experience in project management, associated principles, and tools are preferred.
• Tenacity to accomplish tasks, follow-through, and meet deadlines.
• Analyze process and performance parameters to improve product efficiency and output.
• Manage the implementation of any process changes.
• Investigate processing and quality problems and implement data-driven solutions.
• Will act as the Waste Champion for driving waste improvement projects within the facility.
• Provide engineering and troubleshooting support to all departments as needed.
• Perform all job duties using safe work methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Department Manager as needed

Competencies:

• Drive Results
• Plan & Organize
• Influence Others
• Initiate Action
• Build Trusting Relationships

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; Engineering preferred
• Must possess good organizational, computer, analytical, and leadership skills
• Prefer experience in yarn processes
• Prefer candidate with Six Sigma Black Belt
• Prefer candidate with mechanical aptitude

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.