Product Processing Engineer

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Product Processing Engineer is a high-impact, strategic role designed for analytical

innovators who thrive in high-stakes industrial environments. Functioning as part of an elite

engineering "strike team," you will be deployed directly into production facilities to diagnose,

troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical challenges.
Unlike traditional maintenance or plant roles, this position focuses on unique, non-routine

situations. You will be expected to look beyond immediate symptoms to reinvent systems,

eliminate deep-seated bottlenecks, and design innovative processing strategies that ensure

operational excellence

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Rapid DeploymentTroubleshooting: Travel to various mill locations to lead root
   cause analysis (RCA) on critical processing failures and "unique situations" that standard

maintenance teams cannot resolve.
2. Strategic Innovation: Develop and implement first-of-their-kind engineering workflows

to improve product yield, quality, and processing speed.
3. Analytical Modeling: Utilize data-driven models to predict equipment fatigue or process

deviations before they result in downtime.
4. Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the technical liaison between corporate

engineering strategy and on-site mill operations, ensuring local solutions align with

global standards.
5. Process Documentation: Create "Playbooks" for unique scenarios encountered in the

field to build a knowledge base for future deployments.

SUPPLEMENTAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Other duties as assigned
2. Participation in relevant continuous improvement programs
3. Set appropriate performance management expectations for direct reports
4. Lead by example
5. Encourage, and assist in sustaining correct behaviors
6. Incorporate, facilitate, and embrace change
7. Be receptive, and provide adequate feedback for developmental purposes

MINIMUM EDUCATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's Degree: Required in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Systems

Engineering.
Master's Degree: An MS in Engineering Management or a specialized technical field is

a plus, as it demonstrates the "Strategic Engineer" mindset you are looking for.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Mastery: Advanced proficiency in diagnostic

methodologies like Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), 5 Whys, Fishbone (Ishikawa)

diagrams, or FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
Industrial Exposure: 5-8 years of experience in a heavy industrial, milling, or high
volume manufacturing environment.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Mobility in plant
While performing the duties of (this job), the employee is regularly required to sit, stand,

walk, etc.
The employee is frequently required to make use of their hands for technical tasks
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Visual ability with or without correction
Communication abilities

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
2. Comply with company safety rules, policies, procedures, as well as job specific work

instructions and JSAs.
3. Report the absence of or defect in any personal protective equipment or clothing to the

Supervisor or Manager immediately
4. Use and wear the personal protective equipment, protective devices and clothing that is

required. The following is the minimum:
a. Metatarsal boots
b. Safety glasses
c. Hearing protection
d. Hard Hat
Some areas may require additional personal protective equipment such as:
e. Respirators; the respirator requires you to be clean shaven in order to comply with

company policies and procedures as well as OSHA Regulations.
f.Fire Retardant clothing
g. Acid PPE
5. Report to the Safety Coordinator, Group Lead or Supervisor any contravention of the

Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations or Company policies or procedures
6. Must follow all Lockout Tag out (LOTO) guidelines for designated equipment and

machinery
7. Must follow all Environmental Policies and Regulations
8. Maintain a clean and safe work area

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

1. Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations
2. Clean, well ventilated and safe work areas.

HUMAN RESOURCES:

1. Abiding by the Acerinox Code of Conduct

2. Keeping oneself informed through your company email account

3. Maintaining your Dynamic Policy Profile and all assigned learnings therein

4. Abiding by all security procedures

5. Must have strong written and verbal communication skills

6. Must be able to learn, adapt, and retain information

7. Must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills