Allied Mineral Products
Apply as a Process Engineer at Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc., a leading manufacturer of monolithic refractories headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.
This role will develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include supporting new product introductions, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and providing technical support for all North America sites.
Responsibilities
Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost.
Design and implement process enhancements, ensuring scalability and repeatability for new product introductions.
Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans.
Maintain and update SAP routings to ensure accurate process flow and production standards.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations and failures.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, R&D) to resolve technical issues and align on process changes.
Develop process audits to ensure compliance with Allied’s Quality Systems.
Monitor process performance using KPIs and statistical tools; recommend and execute corrective actions as needed.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Six Sigma.
Assist in the design and development of tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize production.
Perform time studies, process validation, and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA).
Troubleshoot process deviations and drive improvements in throughput, yield, and product quality.
Support equipment selection, layout design, and commissioning for new or upgraded production lines.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operations.
Train operators and technicians on new processes, equipment, and best practices.
Support all North America sites as needed (travel up to 10%).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field) or equivalent work experience.
At least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing process engineering.
Previous experience in refractory, ceramics, or high‑temperature materials manufacturing is a plus.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including batching, mixing, and packaging.
Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and familiarity with manufacturing systems (SAP, MES).
Proficiency with data analysis tools and process modeling software is beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with process mapping, PFMEA, and control plans.
Experience in extrusion processes, preferably refractory plastics extrusion.
Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross‑functional teamwork.
Effective project management and organizational skills.
Working Environment
Combination of office, warehouse, and plant floor environments.
Required to follow Allied Mineral Products’ Safety & Health policy and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as appropriate.
Total Compensation
Competitive base pay
Retirement plans:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Allied contributes 25% of your annual earnings into the plan each year
401(k) program
Annual profit sharing
Paid time off for vacation, sick days, holidays
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision programs
Life insurance
Short‑term and long‑term disability
Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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This role will develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include supporting new product introductions, driving continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and providing technical support for all North America sites.
Responsibilities
Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, quality, and cost.
Design and implement process enhancements, ensuring scalability and repeatability for new product introductions.
Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans.
Maintain and update SAP routings to ensure accurate process flow and production standards.
Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process deviations and failures.
Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Production, Quality, Maintenance, R&D) to resolve technical issues and align on process changes.
Develop process audits to ensure compliance with Allied’s Quality Systems.
Monitor process performance using KPIs and statistical tools; recommend and execute corrective actions as needed.
Support lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Six Sigma.
Assist in the design and development of tooling, fixtures, and equipment to optimize production.
Perform time studies, process validation, and failure mode effects analysis (FMEA).
Troubleshoot process deviations and drive improvements in throughput, yield, and product quality.
Support equipment selection, layout design, and commissioning for new or upgraded production lines.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all operations.
Train operators and technicians on new processes, equipment, and best practices.
Support all North America sites as needed (travel up to 10%).
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field) or equivalent work experience.
At least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing process engineering.
Previous experience in refractory, ceramics, or high‑temperature materials manufacturing is a plus.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including batching, mixing, and packaging.
Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and familiarity with manufacturing systems (SAP, MES).
Proficiency with data analysis tools and process modeling software is beneficial.
Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with process mapping, PFMEA, and control plans.
Experience in extrusion processes, preferably refractory plastics extrusion.
Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and decision‑making abilities.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for cross‑functional teamwork.
Effective project management and organizational skills.
Working Environment
Combination of office, warehouse, and plant floor environments.
Required to follow Allied Mineral Products’ Safety & Health policy and wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as appropriate.
Total Compensation
Competitive base pay
Retirement plans:
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – Allied contributes 25% of your annual earnings into the plan each year
401(k) program
Annual profit sharing
Paid time off for vacation, sick days, holidays
Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision programs
Life insurance
Short‑term and long‑term disability
Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
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