Fiberglass Engineer

The Fiberglass Engineer will report to the VP of Operations expected to be self directed and work closely with the Production Supervisors and other key factory personnel. The primary responsibility of the composites engineer will be to optimize new and existing processes by harmonizing fiberglass production and manufacturing variables. This position will also create or audit ECNs for new projects, and champion the entire ECN process.

1. Monitor all fiberglass manufacturing quality, throughput, and costs for operational opportunities.
2. Evaluate and alter existing compound fomulations to reduce overall cost and improve quality.
3. Developing, evaluating, improving, and documenting our manufacturing processes to produce high quality products efficiently, using the most cost effective methods and with the aim of reducing the impact of production on the environment.
4. Organize plant start-up, manufacturing changeovers, and shut-down schedules in all areas to ensure minimum loss of material, production time, and profits.
5. Estimating staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions.
6. Record, monitor, and report quality and material consumption results for each production unit.
7. Developing and implementing process control techniques and procedures, including the utilization of SPC techniques to optimize process and product performance.
8. Act as administrator for the ECN process, assuring that all projects are being accurately tracked and recorded from inception to timely closure.
9. Assist in the development of new compounds and products.
10. Support company policies, procedures, goals, and strategic objectives.

• Bachelors Degree in mechanical or chemical engineering from an accredited college.
• 3-5 years of successful experience in identifying, implanting and sustaining process. improvements in a similar manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts, including ISO 9000 a plus.
• Ability to work on own initiative, and as a team member.
• Ability to work within a budget and time targets.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required.
• Proficient in the use of Access, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Good project management skills, able to prioritize multiple projects.