Process Engineer III at Emporia

Job Description

Morgan Advanced Materials

Process Engineer III Opportunity

 

 

BACKGROUND

When you join Morgan Advanced Material (MGAM) you become part of a world-class organization that is committed to employee development and recognition.

 

Our employees are at the edge of innovation, working with complex materials to create advanced solutions for our global business partners. Creating and maintaining a culture that promotes team-work and collaboration is imperative to the success of MGAM. We recognize that every position and role is important to reaching our business goals so we promote open communication and idea-sharing as a cultural norm throughout our organization.

 

Morgan Advanced Materials is seeking a talented Process Engineer III at our Emporia, Kansas facility.

 

SUMMARY

Under general supervision use engineering principles and a variety of problem solving methodologies to observe and analyze processes and parts of processes in order to develop cost effective solutions to technical problems. Will be responsible for multiple process related projects that vary in size and complexity.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES include the following (other duties may be assigned)

• Must be flexible and able to adapt to changes in schedules and priorities.
• Willingness to spend a great deal of time in the plat observing processes and running experiments on processes.
• Heavy process industry experience.
• Proficient in a variety of problem solving methodologies - 6 sigma tools, root cause analysis, fishbone diagram, design of experiments, etc.
• Prepare detailed plans for assigned projects.  Schedule work to meet project completion dates.
• Experienced with data gathering and analysis
• Coordinate manpower from other sections and from within process engineering assigned to projects.
• Review progress and evaluate results. Make changes in methods, design or equipment where necessary.
• Has some latitude for un-reviewed actions or decisions. 

 

Job Requirements

REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in engineering from a credited institution.  At least three years engineering experience preferably in a glass or ceramics manufacturing environment.
• Must be computer literate. Experience with MS Office is required. Experience with MS Project, Minitab and/or AutoCAD preferred.
• Should be familiar with automotive quality systems (QS 9000, etc)
• Must be able to clearly present ideas and progress reports in written and verbal format.
• Must be able to work with subordinates, peers and superiors in all departments and outside the company.
• Follow the company’s safety, sexual harassment, discrimination and general employee policies.
• Occasionally perform tasks not described in this position description in order to meet the requirements of this position.
• Should have or be willing to learn PLC and other process related software
• Domestic and International travel for project related benchmarking and technical exchange when required.

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Key player in the largest capital expansion project in facility history (7 million US$).
• Project scope drives product conversion from RCF to Superwool.
• Role expectations - lead project from installation, commissioning to full scale production.
• Transition into #2 facility Operations lead within 2 years.
• Expected career progression - Satellite Facility General Manager (3-5 years) 
• Multi-functional exposure, engineering, safety, scheduling, etc
• Global exposure through benchmarking / technology exchange.
• Commercial exposure through customer visit / trade show attendance.

BENEFITS

Morgan Advanced Materials offers competitive wages and benefits.

Helping employees balance work with a happy and healthy personal life is crucial to our success. We believe it is important for employees to have peace of mind when it comes to caring for themselves and providing for their families. With that in mind, we set out to create a comprehensive package of benefits.

 

• Health/Medical Insurance/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness/Gym memberships
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Group Term Life  and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Dependent Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty Pay

Country: USA, State: Kansas, City: Emporia, Company: Morgan Advanced Materials.