Process Engineer

Shaw Industries is looking for a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement in the Twisting and Heatset departments.  

Responsibilities:  

• The successful candidate must have a passion for continuous improvement and the desire and ability to lead internal teams to drive results.  

• Build trusting relationships throughout the plant.   

• Lead Lean/Kaizen/Six Sigma process and projects.  

• Drive improvement in equipment reliability. Lead EITs as necessary.  

• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills with attention to detail.  

• Proven ability to work on several projects simultaneously and under tight schedules.  

• Knowledge of data collection and interpretation; Black Belt training preferred.   

• Experience in project management, associated principles, and tools are preferred.  

• Tenacity to accomplish tasks, follow-through, and meet deadlines.  

• Analyze process and performance parameters to improve product efficiency and output.  

• Manage the implementation of any process changes.  

• Investigate processing and quality problems and implement data-driven solutions. 

• Will act as the Waste Champion for driving waste improvement projects within the facility. 

• Provide engineering and troubleshooting support to all departments as needed.  

• Perform all job duties using safe work methods.  

• Perform other duties as assigned by Department Manager as needed  

Competencies:  

• Drive Results  

• Plan & Organize  

• Influence Others  

• Initiate Action  

• Build Trusting Relationships  

Requirements:  

• Bachelor’s degree required; Engineering preferred  

• Must possess good organizational, computer, analytical, and leadership skills 

• Prefer experience in yarn processes 

• Prefer candidate with Six Sigma Black Belt 

• Prefer candidate with mechanical aptitude