HRT Solutions · 3 months ago
Process Engineer II
HRT Solutions is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States, seeking a Process Engineer II. This role involves analyzing processes to implement improvement initiatives that enhance safety, quality, and profitability across multiple manufacturing facilities.
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Responsibilities
Apply engineering and Lean methodologies to analyze, improve, and standardize manufacturing processes in alignment with HWI’s Operational Excellence and HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) initiatives
Lead and manage process improvement and capital projects that drive cost reduction, improved quality, safety, and customer outcomes; ensure projects deliver results per justification
Partner with Operations to develop best practices and standard work, improve OEE, minimize downtime and waste, and strengthen maintenance excellence initiatives
Monitor plant KPIs and identify opportunities to exceed company performance goals
Prepare expenditure proposals and cost justification analyses; present findings to plant and corporate leadership
Document and communicate process changes through reports, presentations, and training materials
Provide training, coaching, and consultation to production, maintenance, and engineering personnel to build technical capability and sustain improvements
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Engineering required; Industrial, Mechanical, or related discipline preferred
Demonstrated experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools
Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and business intelligence skills
Proven ability to lead change initiatives and deliver measurable improvements in operational performance
Excellent communication, facilitation, and presentation skills across all organizational levels
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel and PowerPoint required); familiarity with AutoCAD or similar tools is a plus
Knowledge of ISO 9001 or comparable quality systems preferred
Strong interpersonal skills, including relationship-building, collaboration, and influencing
Ability to coach and train frontline employees and managers in process improvement methods
Preferred
Industrial, Mechanical, or related discipline preferred
Knowledge of ISO 9001 or comparable quality systems preferred
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Benefits packages
Wellness programs