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Job Title

Process Engineer

Position Overview

Shaw Industries is looking for a Sr. Polymerization Process Engineer to oversee the process performance for Polymerization efforts taking place at Plant 8S in Columbia, SC. They will monitor KPI's, design process improvements, and oversee implementation projects alongside their team to effectively reach goals in the area of Safety, Quality, Cost, Productivity, and Reliability.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all activities of the plant Polymerization department, including safety, quality, and product performance.

• Must develop a strong working knowledge of each stage in the Polymerization process, from incoming vendor raw material, to processing equipment capability, optimized product standard running conditions, and output quality.

• Help ensure that the plant Polymerization department follows all safety rules and regulations. Work to minimize safety and environmental incidents in the department by auditing, capturing procedures/best practices, and maintaining a team culture of prioritizing safety.

• Troubleshoot any equipment issues and adjust equipment to maintain proper operation until repairs are complete.

• Coach, counsel, and mentor department. hourly employees regarding equipment and process control.

• Responsible for managing 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.

• Be available for calls outside of regular working hours, if necessary, to address issues that affect plant or customer operations directly.

• Assists other department personnel/areas as needed. Other duties as assigned by Department Manager

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand or walk for eight (8) to twelve (12) hours if needed.

• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, lift, carry and reach occasionally.

• Ability to travel as required. (minimal travel involved)

  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.

• Experience working with Polymers, Chemicals, or Textiles highly preferred

Competencies:

• Build Trusting Relationships

• Coach and Support

• Deliver Compelling Communication

• Demonstrate Good Judgement

• Demonstrate Inclusive Leadership

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 that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

As we continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus), we might determine the need to postpone in-person interviews to ensure the health and safety of our associates, candidates, and the community. In this case, we can accommodate with a phone or video interview, and will schedule an in-person interview for a later date. The method by which you interview does not impact your standing as a candidate for this position.

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. is more than a flooring company – we are 22,000 people united in our vision of creating a better future for our customers, for our people, for our community and for our company. We provide carpet, resilient, hardwood, tile & stone, laminate, synthetic turf and other specialty items for residential and commercial markets worldwide. We meet diverse customer needs through an expansive portfolio of brands, including: Anderson Tuftex , COREtec , Patcraft , Philadelphia Commercial, Shaw Contract, Shaw Floors, Shaw Hospitality, Shaw Sports Turf, Southwest Greens, USFloors and more.

Headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, Shaw is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway with nearly $6 billion in annual revenue and representation throughout the U.S., as well as in Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, France, Great Britain, India, Mexico, Scotland, Singapore and the United Arab Emirates. For more information about our company brands, operations and community involvement, visit www.shawinc.com .

If you need any additional assistance or accommodation or have questions, please contact us at shaw.recruiting@shawinc.com