Senior Plant Engineer
2 days ago
Jackson
Atlas Web Technologies ® – a Division of Atlas Roofing Corporation – focuses on the development and manufacture of state-of-the-art substrate product solutions for the building, construction, lamination, and original equipment management (OEM) industries. The solutions are derived from the three primary technologies: recycled paper, coated non-wovens, and hybrids of these base technologies. Atlas Web Technologies ® products are suitable for everything from packaging to roofing underlayments, buildings to automobiles, furniture table pads to lamination. Atlas Roofing Corporation, a privately owned company, established in 1982, is an international and multi-divisional manufacturer of roofing, sheathing, facer, and insulation product solutions. Atlas Web Technologies ® is seeking a Senior Plant Engineer for the Meridian, Mississippi facility. Senior Plant Engineer Job Duties & Primary Responsibilities • Provide hands-on technical leadership to multiple plant locations driving improvements in reliability, process control, and other pertinent KPI’s., • Create necessary CAD drawings for equipment layout, process control, fabrication and assembly of components., • Familiar with pneumatic, hydraulic, steam, and boiler systems and controls., • Must have exceptional operational knowledge of process equipment and the ability to make logical decisions concerning the operation, maintenance and modification of process equipment with minimal supervision., • Experience with project management and implementation from the initial planning stages to completion on time and within budget., • Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines for capital and expense projects with input from stakeholders., • Prepare project justifications and formal authorization requests for capital projects generally over $100,000., • Commission new production equipment, controls, and processes, and monitor modifications and upgrades., • Familiar with control loops and control strategies to support troubleshooting and optimization of existing controls and processes., • Independently evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment in optimization of processes and products involving modifications to facilities, equipment, methods and materials., • Where appropriate, select and supervise external contractors and consultants to ensure they meet the requirements for function, cost, timing, and quality., • Works with process, quality, production, and manufacturing personnel to develop and implement process changes necessitated by new technology or improvements to current technologies., • Make observations and take measurements directly, as well as collect and interpret data from other technical and operating staff involved to develop and implement process improvement., • Works with maintenance departments to develop proactive maintenance procedures and programs for the facilities and process equipment., • Travel 25% to the other two locations (Sylacauga, Alabama & Franklin, Ohio). Expected travel requirement is minimum of 30%, potentially higher during project implementations. Senior Plant Engineer Additional Required Skills & Qualifications: (include computer, language, mathematical, and analytical skills required) • Advanced analytical skills and creativity in solving problems and troubleshooting., • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation), with the ability to effectively work with various levels in a team environment, • Strong organizational skills to manage multiple short and long-term projects., • Competent with Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Project, • Familiar with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)., • Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) (ControlLogix/ RS logic) is preferred. Senior Plant Engineer Supervisory Responsibilities • This position has no direct internal supervisory responsibilities., • Supervises and directs outside contractors during the construction and commissioning phases of capital projects. Senior Plant Engineer Education: (include Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations required) • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or similar technical discipline., • Minimum of ten (10) years’ hands-on work experience in a manufacturing environment with a proven track record of measurable results., • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to handle complex assignments and be proactive., • Experience in building materials or paper manufacturing is preferred., • Experience in process batching and coating technology is preferred. Total Compensation • Atlas Roofing Corporation offers competitive compensation and vacation/holiday package as well as a comprehensive benefits program including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D/LTD insurance, 401k and Medical & Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Atlas Roofing Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. No calls or agencies please.