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Job Title

Maintenance Process Engineer

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is hiring a Maintenance Process Engineer to perform safety/engineering/technical assignments using manufacturing engineering practices and principles with minimal supervision at Shaw Plant 8s in Columbia, SC. They will design and implement manufacturing methods and processes that support department goals and objectives.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, and is a global leader in delivering carpet, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf, and other specialty products to residential and commercial markets worldwide. We are committed to creating a better future for our customers, our people, our company, and our communities.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all activities of the maintenance department, including safety performance, employee relations, and product quality.
• Must develop a strong working knowledge of all plant equipment, process flows, and upkeep equipment capability. Common equipment includes process control systems, compressors, chillers, boilers, heating/cooling systems, turbines, power equipment, industrial pumps, and heat exchangers.
• Ensure that the maintenance department follows all safety rules and regulations. Work to minimize safety and environmental incidents in the department by completing investigation reports, auditing, capturing procedures/best practices, overseeing permitting, and maintaining a team culture of prioritizing safety.
• Write and/or modify procedures in SMS. Ensure these procedures align with plant Safety, Quality, and Productivity goals.
• Troubleshoot any equipment issues related to plant equipment and implement corrective actions as well as adjust equipment to maintain proper operation until repairs are complete.
• Coach, counsel, and mentor all Dept. hourly employees regarding equipment and process control. Maintain positive employee relations.
• Responsible for all Six Sigma projects for the Department. Work with Corporate Engineering on capital projects.
• Set expectations for all outside contract vendors and ensure that all work performed is to the highest standards.
• Meet with and evaluate potential new vendors for the site. Responsible for renewing contracts for outside services within the Department.
• Must be willing to work late or come in early in case of a plant equipment malfunction. May be on call 24/7 to address issues that affect plant operations.
• Must be able to assist operators during plant equipment malfunctions. Must be able to make quick and sound decisions in a high stress environment.
• Assists other department personnel/areas as needed. Other duties as assigned by Department Manager.
• Drive and support creation of training content and procedures to drive sustainable work practices.

Qualifications:

• Must have 4-year Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Must possess good interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Must be able to work holidays, weekends, and overtime as required.
• Plant 8S is a tobacco-free facility.
• Working knowledge of utilities related equipment.

Competencies:

• Execute Action Plan
• Influence Others
• Innovate
• Build Customer Satisfaction
• Initiate Action

Work Shift

8 Hr non-rotating shift, Hrs fall to in punch day, Observed Calendar, shift starts AM

Shaw Industries is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.