Glass/Furnace Process Engineer

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$108,100.00-$148,600.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

Position Overview:

The purpose of the Senior Process Engineer's role will be to provide technical leadership to operate E-glass furnaces at the Etowah, TN plant at target regarding output, usage of material and energy by meeting the product specifications. To achieve that goal, the Senior Process Engineer needs to establish a process of data collection, auditing and preventive maintenance which allows the identification of deviations quickly and implementation of corrective measures. RCCA analysis, 5 Why and the JM Solve-It method or Keppner / Tregoe, a 6 Sigma approach should be applied where needed. Furthermore, the Senior Process Engineer will be responsible for addressing improvements in process efficiency, product quality, and the cost of poor quality for the process, leading process optimization. Together with the electrical engineers, process control architecture will be developed and tuned. In collaboration with the specialists at JMTC, process modeling systems will be developed and implemented to further optimize the efficiency of the operations. Based on performance analysis, raw material specifications will be reviewed on a regular frequency and potentially adjusted to drive the expected performance improvement.

The Senior Process Engineer collaborates with the experts at JMTC or outside institutes to develop the core technologies beyond existing levels. This role takes an active part in the development of AOP, capital planning and strategic business projects.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Perform continuous analysis identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
• Develop enhanced control processes and new operating procedures.
• Defines the process set points for all different product types and creates the associated management tools (e.g. set up sheets in MII, SOP's …)
• Actively support improvement of safety performance by encouraging safe behaviors of the team and engaging in the process to improve the JM safety culture
• Create and maintain knowledge of latest technologies and evaluate for use in current process and future processes
• Work closely with internal and external resources to develop new opportunities. Coaches and develops the process engineers in the division. Shares learnings and findings in a proactive way in the broader technical community and participates in the JM COE's technical meetings.
• Work with multiple locations / operations / functions to identify process improvement opportunities in a broader sense addressing e.g. inventory levels, operating labor needs, etc.
• Provide leadership for process redesign efforts e.g. during rebuilds or major investment projects across the divisions.
• Lead multiple projects and process optimizations in a manufacturing operation, potentially across divisions
• Provide technical guidance during development, construction, and startup to enhance in-plant resource capabilities
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science (ceramic engineering, materials science) with a minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial continuous process manufacturing either as a process or design engineer and 2 years troubleshooting on manufacturing processes
• Experience with E-glass melter or equivalent operations.
• Experience with melter / forehearth combustion systems.
• Experience with refractory maintenance and hot repairs.
• Experience with melter pollution control systems.
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements
• Demonstrated problem solving skills including complex data analysis
• Successful history of innovation and adaptability
• Excellent project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks
• Proven results orientation including the ability to lead key projects to successful completion
• Experience with complex DOE for process improvement
• Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to set and communicate expectations to team members
• Demonstrated collaboration skills including the ability to interact with a broad range of employees and disciplines such as finance, procurement, project engineering
• Proven ability to make timely decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction.
• Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.
• Proficient with process data historians.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with glass leak procedures
• Experience with Honeywell DCS systems

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.