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Knauf North America · 1 day ago

Manager, Process Engineering

Lanett, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer, committed to environmental conservation and sustainable practices. The Manager of Process Engineering will lead continuous improvement initiatives, design equipment modifications, and manage transformative projects to enhance manufacturing processes and quality standards.

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Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Plant Management and cross-functional teams to identify process bottlenecks, conduct root cause analyses, and implement impactful process improvements across the organization

Maintain seamless process operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing project, operational, and personnel policies and procedures

Lead transformative projects to optimize end-to-end processes, including setup, validation, and audit measurement systems, ensuring measurable business impact

Resolve quality challenges by identifying issues, evaluating solutions, implementing action plans, and allocating necessary resources

Lead and inspire the Plant Engineering Team, driving innovation and operational excellence

Communicate key initiatives and updates to the Manager of Plant Operations, ensuring alignment with business goals

Drive productivity and process improvement projects that align with broader business initiatives

Champion a culture of quality and continuous improvement by conducting quality awareness sessions and delivering Six Sigma Belt training programs

Coach project teams to meet certification requirements and achieve quality and process improvement objectives

Contribute to team success by delivering results that align with organizational goals and priorities

Stay at the forefront of industry advancements by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, building personal networks, and benchmarking state-of-the-art practices

Drive the highest levels of employee retention and engagement to ensure a sustainable workforce

Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability within the organization

Instill an environment of inclusion, where all employees feel that they can contribute and impact the company in a positive manner

Qualification

Lean Six SigmaProcess ImprovementLeadershipMechanical EngineeringIndustrial EngineeringAnalytical ThinkingEffective CommunicationTeam MotivationFinancial AcumenStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical or Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Minimum five (5) years' experience as a Process Engineer in an industrial manufacturing environment

Minimum three (3) years of experience leading/supervising/managing high-performance teams in a similar environment

Proven leadership skills with the ability to train, mentor, and develop others in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Strong ability to establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and hold direct reports accountable for consistently achieving goals

Exceptional team motivator with the ability to energize and inspire teams to deliver innovative, high-impact solutions

Decisive and strategic thinker with the ability to make quick, well-informed decisions that drive positive organizational outcomes

Skilled in identifying problems and process improvement opportunities, coupled with the ability to develop and implement creative, effective solutions

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present ideas and information effectively to diverse audiences, including customers and all levels of the organization

Highly organized and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines under limited supervision in a fast-paced environment

Willingness and ability to travel approximately 10% of the time as needed to support organizational goals

Strong knowledge of machinery, including its design, functionality, and practical applications

Business Acumen: Understands the business and makes decisions to navigate it successfully. Has the potential to grow knowledge and expertise

Market Analysis – Understands market trends and competitive dynamics

Strategic Thinking - Navigates complex business environments and creates strategies to reach company goals. Envisions future scenarios and makes decisions that align with the company's overall objectives. Prioritizes and adapts to meet goals and execute strategic action plans

Problem-Solving - Develops practical solutions to solve problems. Handles unexpected or challenging situations in an effective way. Determines the source of an issue and comes to a viable solution

Analytical Thinking - Gathers, collects, and analyzes data and forms connections and makes decisions. Sees problems or scenarios from different perspectives

Leadership - Guides team, making pivotal decisions, and fostering a productive work environment. Inspires and motivates employees, improves team performance, and ensures alignment with the company's vision, values, and goals. Leads change by creating plans, managing resistance, and communicating the need for change

Effective Communication - Articulates ideas, collaborates with others, and facilitates clear and concise exchanges of information. Builds relationships. Manages conflicts

Financial Acumen: has a basic understanding and uses financial data to make informed decisions. Has the potential to grow knowledge and expertise

Understands financial concepts and processes and makes informed decisions to maximize profits and decrease loss

Understands financial performance metrics such as EBITDA

Analyzes and interprets relevant financial reports and statements

Prepares, implements, and manages budgets and makes informed financial decisions

Manages financial indicators

Determines if cost or investments are worth pursuing and influences approval based on the benefits it would bring the plant and company

Preferred

Lean Six Sigma training/certification preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!

Virtual Medical Services

Fertility and adoption benefits

401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)

Paid parental leave

Paid Family Leave

Company provided Salary Continuance (Short-term Disability)

Company paid life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Plus, more!

Company

Knauf North America

Are you interested in working for a company that’s just as passionate about energy conservation & sustainability as you are? Knauf North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer in the world.

Founded in 1978

Shelbyville, Indiana, USA

1001-5000 employees