Process Engineer

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Gary, IN, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage and optimize kiln and material handling processes to meet production KPIs. Develop SOPs and operating parameters, conduct audits and inspections, drive reliability and continuous improvement, support production/maintenance/environmental/quality teams, oversee refractory strategy and budgets, train operators, and ensure safety and environmental compliance.
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  • Tasks

    Supports company initiatives involving safety, digitization, and sustainability. 

    • Performs daily site safety walks and employee (safety) engagements 

    • Identifies process barriers and bottlenecks, develops action plans, executes them, and assesses results. 

    • Establishes best practice Kiln Operating Guidelines, Standard Operating Procedures, and Operating Parameters 

    • Creates and Communicates Daily Instruction Sheets in alignment with Kiln Operating Guidelines and Operating Parameters 

    • Provides technical support to production, maintenance, environmental, and quality. 

    • Monitors reliability of the processes to define paybacks for improvements. 

    • Perform inspections during major outages of refractory, instrumentation, and prepare shutdown reports.  

    • Document problems related to the process or systems as seen or received from production.  Reviews result with plant team to initiate, recommend, provide and/or implement solutions. 

    • Conducts process and energy audits to identify opportunities for improvement. 

    • Tracks and performs raw material analysis for the best use of the available fuels and stone conducting cost benefit calculations. 

    • Monitors stone quality, size and gradation, and fuel quality analysis and their impact on product quality. 

    • Trains operational personnel. 

    • Drives environmental compliance testing. 

    • Performs other duties as assigned. 

  •  the execution of all duties and activities. 

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

     

Responsibilities:
    • Owns operations strategy of the plant, giving direction to production of how to operate the kilns to meet production KPI’s. 

    • Owns refractory strategy and budget for the plant and is accountable for its financial performance.  

    • Managing the process capabilities of the rotary lime kiln, Pulverizer Mill, and other material handling systems on site. 

    • Monitoring, tracking, and continuous improvement of the stone feed system, calcining process, lime quality, and accuracy of all inputs to production, stone, fuels, additives, post-production packaging, etc. 

    • Building strong relationships with all groups within the site, region, and company to ensure seamless communication and productivity. 

    • Production, operational efficiency of the kiln process, and oversight of employee capability and productivity regarding the kiln process. 

    • Production consistency ensuring product quality and respecting environmental limits. 

    • Ensuring a safe work environment in the execution of all duties and activities. 

Basic Requirements:
  • Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, Minerals Processing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related fields. 

  • 5+ years' experience in an Engineering role within maintenance or operations. 

  • Experience in Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting. 

  • Industry background in manufacturing related to mining, paper mills, steel plants, refractory, heavy equipment fabrication, stone processing, cement plants, rotary kilns, etc. Lime or cement experience is preferred. 

  • Qualified candidates will exhibit a positive and proactive attitude with high initiative and the ability to perform with minimal supervision. 

  • Able and willing to spend most of the time in the plant with the operators, maintenance personnel, and contractors; and able to communicate production and process plans effectively. 

  • Able to do limited travel to other sites and regions as needed. 

  • Good technical aptitude and analytical skills. 

  • Detail and process oriented with strong problem resolution abilities. 

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 

  • Must be able to support a continuous improvement environment as well as support change management initiatives. 

     

Benefits Package Includes:
  • Competitive wages aligned with education and experience

  • Group medical/pharmacy insurance options 
  • Dental insurance & Vision insurance
  • A 401k account with company matching contribution
  • Annual Incentive Program
  • A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
  • Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
  • Optional Insurance to provide additional coverage 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no additional cost
  • Employee Referral Program with bonus 

 

About Us

READY TO JOIN A ROCK-SOLID FAMILY?

Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium.

Today it’s a leading global producer of lime, high calcium limestone and dolomitic stone. Its products are essential to energy producers, environmental services, construction and manufacturing. 

With over 90 production facilities spread across almost every continent, and over 4,500 employees working at Carmeuse every day, the company’s most treasured resources are its people.


Carmeuse is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity.

About the Team

You will be part of Carmeuse North America, a Rock-Star team of 2500 workers and employees bringing with them their own culture and specific needs. The North American headquarters is located in Pittsburgh, PA and has over three dozen production facilities across the U.S. and Canada.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Minerals Processing, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 5+ years engineering experience within maintenance or operations
  • Experience in Root Cause Analysis and troubleshooting
  • Industry background in mining, cement, lime, refractory, stone processing, or heavy manufacturing
  • Lime or cement experience
  • Ability and willingness to spend most time in-plant working with operators, maintenance, and contractors
  • Able to do limited travel to other sites and regions as needed
  • Good technical aptitude and analytical skills
  • Detail- and process-oriented with strong problem resolution abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to support continuous improvement and change management initiatives
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The Company
6,300 Employees
Year Founded: 1860

What We Do

Founded in 1860 and headquartered in Belgium, Carmeuse is a global leader in the manufacture of lime, limestone, and mineral-based products. The company serves industrial, construction, and soil improvement applications worldwide, operating 114 sites and 62 quarries. Beyond material supply, Carmeuse provides integrated equipment and engineering services to optimize customer processes, improve safety, and reduce CO2 emissions.

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