• Process Engineer

    Allied Mineral Products (Columbus, OH)


    Process Engineer

    **Allied Mineral Products Holding, Inc.** is a leading manufacturer of monolithic refractories worldwide, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. We are currently seeking a Process Engineer who will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role involves supporting new product introductions, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The position requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration across multiple teams, including Production, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D. The role will also provide technical support for all North America sites.

    Duties and 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% required.

    Qualifications

    + Must have a bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, or related field) or equivalent work experience.

    + Requires at least 5 years of work experience in manufacturing process engineering.

    + Previous experience in refractory, ceramics, or high-temperature materials manufacturing is a plus.

    + Must have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including batching, mixing, and packaging.

    + Must be proficient with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and familiarity with manufacturing systems (e.g., 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, with a preference for refractory plastics extrusion preferred.

    + 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 an Plant Floor environments.

    + Required to follow Allied Mineral Products’ Safety & Health policy and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as appropriate.

    Total Com** **pensation:

    + Competitive Base Pay

    + Retirement Plans:

    + Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) - Allied contributes 25% of your annual earnings into the plan each year

    + 401K 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.