Aurubis Richmond · 10 hours ago
Process Engineer
Augusta, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expAurubis Richmond is a leading global multi-metal company and one of the largest copper recyclers worldwide. They are seeking a Production Process Engineer to design, implement, and optimize production processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve productivity and product quality.
Mining & Metals
Responsibilities
Design, implement, and optimize production processes to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity, reduce costs, and improve product quality
Conduct data analysis and develop statistical models to identify areas for improvement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions to production challenges
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures and work instructions
Conduct training and provide guidance to production staff to ensure adherence to established processes
Stay up to date with new technologies, industry trends, and best practices related to process engineering
Collaborate with other engineers, technicians, and operations staff to ensure successful process improvements
Execute the tasks following the working instructions
Take independent decisions on the process such as described in the tasks above
Execute the tasks in a safe way
Take actions on production activities so that maintenance can safely and swiftly execute their tasks
Execute the LOTO of the equipment with the maintenance technicians
Know environmental protection standards and regulations by Aurubis and apply to them
Know health and safety standards and regulations by Aurubis and apply to them
Know health and safety standards and regulations given by law
Other duties may be assigned based on skill level and company needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
5+ years of experience in process engineering, including experience with process design, optimization, and troubleshooting
Strong understanding of process control principles, including experience with statistical process control
Experience with data analysis and statistical modeling tools, such as JMP or Minitab
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to identify and implement solution to production challenges
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Must exhibit a leader-coach mentality and act as a change agent with a team-oriented focus
Must be able to demonstrate being a key leader within cultural change
Ability to comprehend complex problems
Effectively communicate targets and goals to his/her team
Ability to receive and give constructive feedback
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to keep a cool head even in stressful situations
Comfortable “pivoting” quickly in a fast-paced environment
Experience working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Able to successfully juggle multiple priorities
Demonstrated ability as an outstanding team player and a successful independent worker
Must be willing and physically able to observe and walk in a smelter environment
Must be willing and physically able to work in varying cold and heat situations
Could have times that are prolonged periods of walking, standing, and bending
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
Ability to travel throughout the facility as required to conduct audits and make observations
Must wear all required PPE when in protected areas
Required to reach and grasp with hands and reach with arms
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Willing and physically able to travel domestically and/or internationally if requested
Preferred
Metallurgical process highly preferred
Experience in the Metal Recycling industry is a plus
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Company
Aurubis Richmond
Aurubis - Metals for Progress Aurubis is undertaking trailblazing work with a new recycling plant in the US: for about € 300 million, the company is building the first secondary smelter specializing in multimetal recycling in the US, thus making a targeted investment in expanding its own recycling business.
201-500 employees
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