Back

Process Engineer

RPM International

Location Pin Icon
Cleveland, OH
LOCATION

Job Description

As posted by the hiring company

Job Overview:

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.’s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:  

The Engineer’s role is viewed as an extension of management. Responsibilities are broad and include safety, product quality, process control, productivity improvement, and development of a LEAN culture. The Engineer is expected to spend a significant amount of time on the floor. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Safety 
    • Assume a leadership position at the facility in partnership with the shift supervisors. Activities include resolution and communication regarding safety issues. 
    • Execute on scheduled PHA’s and JSA’s. 
    • Proactively monitor area and remediate potential safety issues. 
    • Use DAKOTA software as a tool for compliance and environmental, health and safety. Use the tool to report incidents, near misses, and non-conformances. 
  •  LEAN Culture 
    • Develop and execute upon “standard work” activities. 
    • Assume responsibility for assigned activities on the Engineering Tier and other accountability boards. 
    • Conduct “GEMBA Walks” daily. Use walks as the primary means of education and communication of expectations. 
    • Improve productivity through elimination of non-value-added activities. Apply Engineering principles and methodologies to Improve productivity and eliminate waste. 
  • Product Quality 
    • Work to maximize equipment efficiency and quality for output. 
    • Member of the facility QIC. Ensure identification of root cause and subsequent prevention of future customer complaints. 
    • Assist in the training of operators with a focus on quality critical product specifications and process parameters. 
    • Capable of equipment troubleshooting and process design. 

EDUCATION:

  • Bachelor's degree from four or 5-year college or university.       
  • B.S. in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Controls Engineering.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Six months to one year related experience and/or training.
  • Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Controls Engineering                from an ABET Accredited university.
  • Relevant experience from internship is acceptable for experience.

 CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

  • Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus.

 OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Understanding process variance and the resultant effects on Quality.
  • Knowledge of applied statistics.
  • Ability to perform problem analysis utilizing problem-solving methodology. 

  BENEFITS:

  • Tremco offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.