Process Engineer

At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include: 

• Health Insurance 

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance 

• Retirement Plan 

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Employee Assistance Program  

• Disability Pay 

• Life Insurance 

• Growth Opportunities and more! 

Summary: 

The Process Engineer manages the entire cement manufacturing process. This position analyzes the process and suggests ways to improve operations.  

What you’ll be contributing: 

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines. 
• Analyzes the cement production process and implements changes for optimal operating conditions for fuel efficiency, electrical efficiency and production rate.
  
• Participates in the training of the control room operators on the proper ways of using plant equipment.
• Works closely with shift process teams to ensure mills and pyro lines are consistently operated at peak efficiency.
• Performs programming of the plant’s programmable control systems and provides maintenance, documentation and improvements for computerized process systems.
• Performs performance testing and measurements on production equipment.
• Maintains equipment performance records including wear part life history.
• Provide technical support to the Production Department to achieve objectives of maximizing plant production of quality-controlled cement efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Optimizes process by testing, data gathering, sampling and in-house expertise to provide progressive solutions and enable continual improvement in the production process.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.  

To succeed in this position, you will need: 

• 4 year/Bachelors degree in mechanical/chemical engineering or closely related field is required
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a mechanical/chemical engineering or closely related position
• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
• Proficient in analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to perform, organize and prioritize work independently
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills
• Knowledge of pyro processing, thermodynamics, heat transfer, air flow and related principles
• Knowledge of PLC systems and instrumentation techniques and guidelines
• Ability to make sound independent judgments regularly
• Ability to work from general policies and objectives
• Ability to refer to supervisor when clarification or interpretation of organizational policy is in question

What’s next for you? 

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals. 

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.