Manufacturing Engineer

USALCO Baltimore Plant, LLC is a major unit within the manufacturing network of a leading provider of aluminum-based component products used in water treatment, pulp and paper manufacturing, the making of catalysts for oil refining, the housing market and other sectors. The right individual will have a can-do attitude, the ability to be part of a team while operating independently, and consistently performs to very high standards.
JOB SUMMARY:
The person in this role is responsible for continuously improving the production activities for the Baltimore Site, while assuring compliance is achieved in all company associated policies. The position requires a motivated, detail oriented, and results driven team player who:
Incorporates safety and quality into every decision while performing day-to-day activities
Maintains superior communications with Engineering, Finance, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, R&D, Transportation and outside vendors.
Will actively seek out opportunities for process improvement and take responsibility for their implementation
The employee in this position will be a positive-natured, task-oriented individual with operating and administrative experience. The person must possess excellent communication and people skills necessary to work with all departments at the site. The individual will be a creative and entrepreneurial thinker.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBITIES:
Meeting all safety requirements of job functions being performed, and ensuring contractors under your supervision follow all OSHA safety standards.
Working closely with site management team and employees to determine their needs to prioritize and improve processes opportunities within the site.
Using a continuous improvement mindset to help increase safety, quality, profitability, efficiency and productivity through technology, personnel training and process improvement.
Perform project engineering and management duties for capital projects engaged to meet USALCO goals and objectives. Duties include but are not limited to the following: developing project schedule, project budget, scope of work, AFE Request, evaluating potential contractors, reviewing bid documents, overseeing general contractors, designing new equipment and fixtures, designing material flow and storage capacities, installing equipment, maintaining cost targets, validating equipment, training associates and developing preventive maintenance schedules
Must be able to work overtime, provide physical labor and work changing shifts as required to meet business requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of business goals and objectives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
Requires organizational and planning skills
Must be dependable, flexible and able to respond on short notice to satisfy requirements of customers.
Requires good interpersonal and communication skills.
Strong Analytical and Mathematical aptitude
Well written
EDUCATION:
A BS Degree in Manufacturing, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, preferred
Experience with LEAN manufacturing and Six Sigma, preferred
EXPERIENCE:
Manufacturing, Chemical, Pharmaceutical or Food manufacturing environment, preferred
3 to 10 years of experience
NSF and ISO processes with procedure and audit experience
Ability to effectively work with Microsoft Office Applications at a high-level proficiency
Preferred Software Experience - Maintain X & ROSS
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The Ability to:
Routinely lift 50 to 75 lbs. throughout the shift
Routinely stand 60 to 70% of shift
Routinely traverse the ~20-acre site to various buildings
Routinely have to traverse ship ladders, catwalks and close quarters
Work at elevated platforms as high as 150 without hesitation or fear
Work inside confined spaces, as needed
USALCO is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As a general policy, USALCO does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.       #ZR