Manufacturing Process Engineer

Process Engineer

Allied Mineral Products is a leading manufacturer of monolithic refractories worldwide, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer who will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role involves supporting new product introductions, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration across multiple teams, including Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D. The role will also provide technical support for all North America sites.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost.
• Design and implement process enhancements, ensuring scalability and repeatability for new product introductions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Maintain and update SAP routings to ensure accurate process flow and production standards.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations and failures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, R&D) to resolve technical issues and align on process changes.
• Develop Process Audits to ensure compliance with Allied's Quality Systems.
• Monitor process performance using KPIs and statistical tools; recommend and execute corrective actions as needed.
• Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Six Sigma.
• Assist in the design and development of tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize production.
• Perform time studies, process validation, and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA).
• Troubleshoot process deviations and drive improvements in throughput, yield, and product quality.
• Support equipment selection, layout design, and commissioning for new or upgraded production lines.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operations.
• Train operators and technicians on new processes, equipment, and best practices.
• Support all North America sites as needed. Travel up to 10% required.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field) or equivalent work experience.
• Requires at least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing process engineering.
• Previous experience in refractory, ceramics, or high-temperature materials manufacturing is a plus.
• Must have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including batching, mixing, and packaging.
• Must be proficient with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and familiarity with manufacturing systems (e.g., SAP, MES).
• Proficiency with data analysis tools and process modeling software is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process mapping, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Experience in extrusion processes, with a preference for refractory plastics extrusion preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross-functional teamwork.
• Effective project management and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) retirement plan with 25% annual company contribution
• 401K program
• Annual Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Days, Holidays
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision programs
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term, and Long-Term disability

Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.