Process Engineer

Company: Armstrong World Industries
Location: Macon
Posted on: March 14, 2023

Job Description:

Primary location: Macon, Georgia
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: 10%
Non-compete: No
The estimated base salary range for this role is "$70,610.00 to $105,910.00" per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
What does it mean to work at Armstrong?
It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.
By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:
A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
We have a terrific career opportunity for a Process Engineer for our plant in Macon, GA. If you are a self-motivated engineer looking to be part of a high-paced, dynamic production environment with opportunities for professional and technical development then this is the job for you. As part of a process improvement team you will drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes through root cause analysis, variation reduction and process optimization. You will also execute projects and studies of significant importance, scope, and complexity.
Our Macon Plant, 1 of 5 Armstrong ceiling plants, employs approximately 380 people working on rotating shifts, 24/7, in the manufacture and shipment of acoustical ceiling tile to Armstrong's customers. Located approximately 85 miles south of Atlanta, it is the largest ceiling tile factory in the world. You will be responsible for the following:

• Executing medium to large scope projects including cost reduction, new product development, energy utilization, and process improvement.
• Investigating improvement opportunities and initiate critical manufacturing process improvement projects.
• Leading cross functional teams to achieve improvement objectives.
• Developing and implementing selected process measurement to monitor manufacturing performance and system effectiveness.
• Working closely with plant technical, production and maintenance resources, etc., in the development of new products, processes, and cost reduction opportunities to achieve process improvement goals.
• Providing technical expertise in applying process improvement tools such as Lean, Six Sigma, design of experiments and statistical process control and use these tools to identify and improve plant performance.
  This position is ideal for a self-motivated engineer who is interested in advancing their career with an organization that seeks to be best of breed in its manufacturing processes.
  Required Qualifications and Skills:
  
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university
  • At least 2 - 5 years of technical experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Team player with proven ability to execute in all phases of projects
  • Well developed computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and statistical analysis programs such as Minitab
  • Willingness to work off shift hours in support of plant initiatives
    Desired Qualifications and Skills:
    
    • Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean and/or other process improvement methodologies desired
    • Experience in ceiling, paper, plastics, or similar manufacturing industry
      Macon, also known as the "Cherry Blossom Capital of the World", is in the heart of Georgia and marks a historical crossroads in the south. The city carries with it a rich cultural heritage while creating a strong vision for the future. Macon offers the amenities of a small friendly city with the advantages of a growing community.
      If you are looking for a company that values your contributions, rewards great talent, and has a never ending desire to be the best, then you have come to the right place!
      To learn more, visit our web site at Armstrong.com.
      Simpler, faster, better together...that's the commitment of Armstrong World Industries. Apply Today!
      Armstrong is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
      Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?
      Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1B in revenue, AWI has about 2,800 employees and a manufacturing network of fifteen facilities in North America.
      At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
      For more than 150 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
      We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
      Our Sustainability Ambition
      "Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
      We are committed to:
      
      • Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
      • Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
      • Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
      • Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
      • Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.
        About the location (Macon GA)
        Our Macon Plant, one of twelve Armstrong plants in North America, employs over 400 people working on rotating shifts, 24/7, in the manufacture and shipment of acoustical ceiling tile to Armstrong's customers. Located approximately 85 miles south of Atlanta, the Macon facility has 33 acres under one roof, or 1.5 million square feet of floor space. It is the largest ceiling tile factory in the world. The operations are complex, automated, use the latest modern management technology, and manufacture a wide range of commercial and residential ceiling products.
        Macon, also known as the "Cherry Blossom Capital of the World", is in the heart of Georgia and marks a historical crossroads in the south. The city carries with it a rich cultural heritage while creating a strong vision for the future. Macon offers the amenities of a small friendly city with the advantages of a growing community.
        Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
        Come and build your future with us and apply today!
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