Process Optimization Specialist

2 weeks ago


Chester, South Carolina, United States IKO North America Full time

About IKO North America

IKO North America is a leading manufacturer of roofing and building materials, with a strong commitment to quality, integrity, and trustworthiness. We are a Canadian-owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide, and we have a proven track record of success in the roofing materials industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Optimization Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our manufacturing team, you will be responsible for defining and resolving process problems, developing standard work, and ensuring operators and supervisors are engaged and trained in running plant processes consistently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process Improvement
    • Define and resolve process problems through individual and team-based continuous improvement activities and structured problem-solving methods.
    • Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, output, and safety.
  • Standard Work Development
    • Develop standard work and ensure operators and supervisors are engaged and trained in running plant processes consistently.
  • Process Audits and Control
    • Develop layered process audits, control and reaction procedures, and standard work for all processes.
  • Equipment Commissioning and Troubleshooting
    • Commission new production equipment and processes, monitor modifications, upgrades, and troubleshoot existing processes.
  • Collaboration and Communication
    • Work closely with the Senior Manufacturing Engineer and Production Manager to monitor and improve the efficiency, output, and safety of the plant.
    • Collaborate with operators and staff to develop and implement process improvements.

Requirements

  • Education
    • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering.
  • Experience
    • 3-5 years of hands-on process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in a wet formed fiberglass mat process or equivalent.
  • Skills
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
    • Strong detailed-oriented technical writing skills.
    • Lean six sigma skills and experience preferred.
    • Familiarity with SPC (statistical process control) would be helpful.
    • Advanced analytical skills, and creativity in solving problems/troubleshooting.
    • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple short and long-term projects.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with others in a team environment.

Benefits of Employment

IKO North America recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

IKO North America is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO North America encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.



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