ResponsibilitiesOur client
Festus, Missouri Plant (near St. Louis) is searching for an
experienced Process Engineer to join our team.
Responsibilities include:Schedule, supervise and take part in process flow studies for all production systems; plan, design, coordinate and schedule process-flow improvement projects; and train and support plant personnel in process flow activities
Work closely with Night Plant Supervisors, Maintenance Planner and Automation Engineer to address process flow concerns, minimizing down times; develop and implement regular system flow analysis programs; and prepare process flow materials and services contracts
Analyze equipment shutdowns and make recommendations for operational and control changes, and follow up on implementation of agreed upon changes
Ensure adherence to the Company’s plant rules for conduct, health and safety, and environmental issues by supervised personnel; and administer appropriate disciplinary actions for violations
On-call for covering plant needs, both routine and emergency needs as required, and fills in for Production Manager as necessary
Conduct or attend weekly safety meetings; inspect the department daily for unsafe working conditions and equipment to aid in reducing on-the-job injuries and to eliminate lost time accidents
Supervise contractors on production department projects; maintain records of costs on all process control project work
Ensure work orders required by operations and safety inspections are provided to Maintenance planner.
QualificationsBS in Engineering is required, Chemical Engineering is preferred
Two (2) - four (4)years of experience in operations
- Cement experience is preferred, but not required
- Familiarity with operational aspects of Cement Industry
- Strong interpersonal skills; ability to build consensus and confidence
- Self-starter and inquisitive by nature
- Able to develop long-term solutions for repair and maintenance problems
- Solid computer skills
- Working knowledge of Environmental, Safety and Health, and company policies
- Requires physical dexterity and strength to lift heavy objects and to move through close areas
- Physical environment is in the plant – dusty, noisy and potentially hazardous