Cement Process Engineer

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.

Qualifications

BS 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