Engineer, Manufacturing
Rust-Oleum Corporation

JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry. We offer a wide product range including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, the famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.

The primary result expected from the Engineer, Manufacturing is to control internal processes to manufacture paint and paint products by defining and analyzing the manufacturing process of both milling and filling operations for improvement in quality, safety, and efficiency, and creating, improving, and maintaining manufacturing Process Instructions (PI) and salvage/rework integration.

Tasks PROFILE:

Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:

Develop safety procedures to be employed by workers operating equipment or working in close proximity to on-going chemical reactions.

Troubleshoot problems with chemical manufacturing processes.

Evaluate chemical equipment and processes to identify ways to optimize performance or to ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Conduct research to develop new and improved chemical manufacturing processes.

Determine most effective arrangement of operations such as mixing, crushing, heat transfer, distillation, and drying.

Perform tests and monitor performance of processes throughout stages of production to determine degree of control over variables such as temperature, density, specific gravity, and pressure.

Design and plan layout of equipment.

Prepare estimate of production costs and production progress reports for management.

Design measurement and control systems for chemical plants based on data collected in laboratory experiments and in pilot plant operations.

Develop processes to separate components of liquids or gases or generate electrical currents using controlled chemical processes.

Responsibilities/Expectations:

Communicate with Supervisors, peers, or subordinates: provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.

Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.

Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.

Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.

Treat people with dignity and respect.

Conduct all business with integrity.

Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.

Follow all safety procedures and company policies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE

• English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Skills

• Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
• Technology Design - Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
• Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
• Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

WORK ACTIVITIES

• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Interacting With Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

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