Hot Operations Process Engineer

**Role Overview:** We are seeking a skilled and driven **Hot Operations Process Engineer** to optimize and enhance processes within the glass fiberization area. This role is crucial in ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, and equipment reliability, all while maintaining a strong focus on safety and continuous improvement. You will lead process improvement initiatives, collaborate with various teams, and act as a technical expert in troubleshooting and resolving performance issues. **Key Responsibilities:** - Identify and address safety concerns within the glass fiberization area, fostering a safe working environment. - Analyze and organize data to pinpoint sources of process inefficiencies and waste. - Utilize structured improvement methodologies to lead quality and process enhancement projects, driving profitability. - Lead small teams of hourly employees to implement process changes and conduct equipment audits. - Monitor, trend, and optimize process key performance indicators to ensure stability and capability. - Serve as the technical expert in glass fiberizing operations, troubleshooting and resolving performance-related issues. - Prepare and present comprehensive reports and formal presentations on process performance metrics. - Collaborate with the Maintenance & Engineering team to mitigate recurring equipment failures and enhance reliability through preventive maintenance strategies. - Work closely with Quality Engineers to address quality and efficiency challenges through targeted process improvements. - Partner with equipment and material suppliers to resolve performance and quality concerns. - Develop and maintain ISO-controlled documentation while conducting internal ISO audits. **Qualifications & Requirements:** - **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering. - **Experience:** Minimum 5 years as a Process or Manufacturing Engineer. - Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills. - Proven leadership ability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Data-driven mindset with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively. - Expertise in formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) techniques. - Proficiency in statistical process control software. - Skilled in Microsoft Office and email communication. - Experience with 3D modeling software (e.g., SolidWorks). - Minimal travel required.