JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer
Who We Are:
Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously. Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.
If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.
Position Summary:
The Continuous Improvement Engineer will be a part of Carboline Global Continuous Improvement Team supporting the development and execution of continuous improvement projects at the Lake Charles, LA manufacturing facility. The person in this role will serve as a key resource to support plant optimization efforts regarding capacity, cost, safety, quality, and environmental improvements.
Essential Functions:
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement methodologies and ability to teach and model them. Investigating shortfalls, issues, and complaints in current business processes. Ability to influence, mentor, and coach to get results through others. Collaborates with operations manager and/or plant engineering on modification of equipment and processes to reduce cost and improve efficiency and quality. Works together with R&D, engineering, and plant resources to develop and implement continuous improvement projects. Collaborates with R&D on process development - Including reviewing and approving proposed manufacturing procedures for new products. Provides technical support and consultation to the Quality Control department. Specifically, regarding recovery plans for off-specification, obsolete, and problem finished goods. Monitors the consistency of production using SQC, SPC, or other appropriate techniques. Strong communicator with top-notch presentation skills who can develop and provide training to production personnel on matters concerning formulation, materials handling, processing, and quality procedures. Follow all environmental rules and regulations to ensure hazardous materials and waste are managed in an environmentally responsible manner. Leadership role in effort to recertify and reclaim Non-Conforming material. Works in coordination with QC and R&D to isolate, test and recertify Non-Conforming material that can be repackaged and sold. Observing production processes, conducting research, and finding ways to increase efficiency and quality. Continuously challenging the status quo understood as a day-to-day activity in our operating areas. Proactive problem solving based on statistical analysis of corrective actions / assigned by Engineering Director, Plant Manufacturing Manager, QA, EHS projects. Selection and development of tools and fixtures for improvements. Perform additional duties as assigned. Commitment to the Company's Safety and Quality programs. Take an active role in hazard recognition and injury prevention by following all safety rules & regulations.
Requirements:
4 years Chemistry, Engineering degree or equivalent experience, minimum 3 years' experience in a CI role. Formal training in Lean and/or Six Sigma methodologies preferred Green Belt. Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedure manuals, operating and maintenance manuals and safety rules. Ability to use a computer for all company required processes, procedures, and trainings.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to stand for up to four hours regularly, required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance. Any function may be performed for up to four hours with no breaks.
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. This position will also have the option to work from home 1 day per week after 6 months.
Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
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Our client is a leading engineering business that has been established for over half a century providing mechanical handling solutions to many industries across the globe.They are looking to strengthen their projects & design team by recruiting an additional Applications Engineer to their successful team on a permanent basis.If you have previous design (3D), applications and or project experience within materials handling equipment (conveyors) or sheet metal industry experience and are looking to join a highly stable company who can offer a competitive salary then apply now for immediate consideration.Applications Engineer• Design plant layouts and engineering solutions for the Sales department using 3D software (SolidWorks) and 2D software;• Learn about and use 3D software and related applications in order to improve the clarity and appeal of our Sales designs;• Offer all reasonable design and technical support to the Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Projects and R&D departments within the Company when needed.Applications Engineer – Sales and Marketing Duties• Create 3D layouts of company equipment for sales projects.• Ensure our Sales designs and layouts are visually appealing, occupy a minimum footprint, follow the Company’s design rules, and offer a clear concept to our customers.• Pick up a Sales enquiry and devise what is needed for the 3D layout. (This can follow with time but we need to reduce the current bottleneck of Sales people having to coordinate all tasks on a project.• The Applications Engineer should, with time, be able to understand an incoming enquiry and begin the technical tasks, particularly the drawing work, without waiting for instruction from others).• In time, work alone to configure equipment and systems and set these out in 3D for the Sales department.• Create a library of 3D, plug-and-play Sales models for all company products. These models are to be compatible with our end-product designs so that our Sales layouts contain accurate sizings and flows but are fast to create.• Create low-res shells of the Engineering modules making up our standard products. These shells are to be accurate for use by both the Sales and the Engineering department in General Arrangement drawings.• Produce designs and 3D views for the Company’s Marketing tools and OMIs.• Follow the latest developments in 3D software, and in our sector, and use this knowledge in the Company’s design output to improve the Company’s strike-rate in sales.This includes:• Animating designs to show materials flowing over the system, access areas and maintenance tasks for operators, flybys and 360-degree views, all in minimised file sizes• Linking our 3D designs to laser site scans to show new 3D designs in existing site locations• Producing First Person walkthroughs for the customer to control• Creating a configurator of 3D blocks on our website to allow users to build up a Sales layout with our products for the Company to quote• Linking 3D layout software to our project programmes in MS Project to show site build phases in 3D against the runtime of the programme in MS Project• Find other such combinations and possibilities to make our Sales designs inspiring to our customers, stakeholders, suppliers and those following us in the media.• Create a database of all customer sites and list what company equipment is in use there with latest drawings and photos.• Produce attractive flow diagrams to show in simple form what the 3D design is doing with the materials it is processing (in MS Visio or similar).• Create mass balances of materials flowing and dividing over the 3D layout (this is a rare requirement, but it would be very handy).• Provide monthly reports detailing statistical information relating to sales, if required.• Attend site as and when necessitated by the circumstances of a particular project.• Assist members of the Sales team during tender submissions.• Benchmark competitor marketing activity/techniques, as well as those used outside our sector to maximise the effectiveness of our Sales design output.Applications Engineer – General Engineering Duties• Carry out engineering work for the Projects department in the form of Project Engineering tasks and/or detailed design to help release work to the factory, if needed.• Take time to understand the design-to-manufacture process in order to suggest improvements based on your experience e.g. automated BOM creation from SolidWorks.• Help write and develop company Design Rules• Help create a Library of Machines containing all the pertinent information we collectively hold about every product integrated in our layouts.• Work on the development of any standard or non-standard machines and applications.• Work on the Company’s ongoing Product Standardisation programme and its improvements programme.• Produce drawings for new products and to offer input on any R&D project occurring within the Company.Applications Engineer previous suitable job titles: Design Engineer, Project Engineer, Project Design Engineer, 3D CAD Technician, 3D Design Technician, 3d Design Engineer, Draughtsperson, Mechanical Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Technician, Proposal Engineer
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Recruit4Staff are proud to represent their client, an internationally renowned construction & civil engineering company, in their search for a Bid Manager to work out of their London or Swindon offices.For the successful Bid Manager, our client is offering:
Competitive Salary (DOE)Days role, Monday to FridayContract role (3 Months)Potential for remote working opportunities
The Role – Bid Manager:
Lead the bid process for major civil engineering and pumped storage hydro projects, ensuring the development of high-quality, competitive proposals.Manage the end-to-end bid lifecycle, including strategy development, bid writing, pricing, and submission.Work closely with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to create compelling technical and financial submissions.Identify risks and opportunities within tenders, ensuring all bids are technically compliant and commercially viable.Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, supply chain partners, and internal teams.Ensure all bids align with company objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.Oversee post-submission negotiations, presentations, and contract handovers to the delivery team.
What our client is looking for in a Bid Manager:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field – ESSENTIALProven experience in bid management for major civils projects, particularly within pumped storage hydro, dams, tunnels, or infrastructure – ESSENTIALStrong understanding of contractual frameworks (NEC, FIDIC, JCT) and procurement routes – ESSENTIALExperience managing large-scale bids, including technical, commercial, and legal aspectsAbility to lead and coordinate multidisciplinary bid teams, ensuring deadlines are met.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling bid responses.Proficiency in bid management tools
Key skills or similar Job Titles: Senior Bid Manager – Civil Engineering, Tender Manager – Infrastructure & Hydro Projects, Proposals Manager – Major Civils, Bid Lead – Renewable Energy & Hydropower, Commercial & Bids Manager – Heavy Civils
Commutable From: London, Swindon, Reading, Oxford, Bristol, Birmingham, Cambridge, Gloucester, Cardiff
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