Process/Project Engineer

A Cross-Functional role responsible for overseeing projects, creating or updating processes, and assisting in resolving facility issues through our New Jersey Operations facilities.  This position will possibly support our Indiana Operations and other Stonhard facilities as the need arises.

Process Engineering

• Analyze current production data.

• Have a hands-on approach to determine solutions to everyday plant issues.

• Work with Maintenance, Plant Engineers and other departments to execute solutions safely, efficiently, and expeditiously.

• Improve manufacturing performance, efficiency, and promote overall plant safety.

• Become a subject matter expert (SME) on key pieces of manufacturing equipment and analytical process tools.

• Provide technical knowledge and support for all site operations, and train employees on new manufacturing practices as needed.

• Evaluate existing operations by conducting process analysis, time studies, bottle neck analysis, process hazard analysis, etc., utilizing Lean and Six Sigma Tools.

• Engage with operators to find areas of improvement, working closely with Continuous Improvement in assisting in determining the best options for process improvement tactics.

• Analyze problems to determine root causes.  Propose solutions to overcome and correct problems for permanent solutions and analyze output under new practices.

Project Management

• Create engineering solutions to problems related to our manufacturing process and facility needs. Utilize sound engineering principles to create these solutions. Work with suppliers and other outside resources to develop the solution into an executable project.

• Evaluate cost analysis and ROI analysis for proposed solutions to determine capital project validity.

• Prepare capital project documentation for submission and review.

• Work with purchasing as required to facilitate projects.

• Manage the economics and delivery of assigned capital projects to completion.

• The above description identifies the primary duties pertaining to this position. Additional tasks can be assigned as required. Additionally, the candidate should set high expectations and lead by example to promote a safe working environment for all plant personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. Engineering (preferably Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Chemical) 
• Extensive knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts, industry best practices, and procedures within the manufacturing industry.
• Experience with capital project implementation and management.
• Strong understanding of Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma and Lean Methodologies
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills specific to data driven decisions
• High Proficiency in Excel.
• Proficiency in Windows, Outlook, and AutoCAD.
• Strong written, communication and presentation skills especially in group or high-level settings.

Preferred Requirements

• Manufacturing experience.
• Green Belt Certification.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. 

• The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. 

• The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 and 100 pounds.

•  Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• May have occasional exposure to various manufacturing chemicals.

• This posiiton requires consistent wearing of safety glasses, gloves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes; with additional specific PPE depending on the chemicals or materials handled, which would include respirators, hearing protection, or specialized gloves for hazardous substances.

Benefits and Compensation

The pay range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $90,000 and $100,000. The range is an estimate based on potential employee qualification operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law.

In addition to career advancement and growth, continuous training, and mentoring opportunities, Stonhard offers an excellent comprehensive health plan and financial benefits program including but not limited to, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan and Stock Purchase Plans.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

This position requires consistent wearing of safety glasses, gloves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes; with additional specific PPE depending on the chemicals or materials handled, which could include respirators, hearing protection, or specialized gloves for hazardous substances.