Materials Performance Engineer

Benefits & Compensation Package Includes:

• Salary range for this position is $110,000- $120,000 as well as an annual bonus plan
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Group medical/pharmacy insurance options with company funded health care spending accounts 
• Dental insurance & Vision insurance
• A 401k account with company matching contribution
• A robust Wellness program with financial rewards
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Options to purchase additional life insurance (employee, spouse, and child) and additional employee long-term disability insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition benefits including professional certifications
• Employee referral program

The Materials Performance Engineer is responsible for moving the business forward through innovation and continuous process improvement. This position is the preferred contact with Plants to assess performance and operations in all limestone processing circuits. In addition, the role provides guidance and support to operations, engineering and project management for equipment selection, design and execution of capital projects. 

Responsibilities

• Oversight for onsite safety for operations and construction as applicable.
• Assist in the analyzing and troubleshooting of process and maintenance problems and identification of solutions, which reduce downtime and minimize maintenance and operating costs. 
• Identify and implement projects that improve quality and/or reduce plant-operating costs in a safe, sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
• Evaluate and optimize process circuits and equipment performance. Propose modifications in order to improve plant performance.
• Determines methods, procedures, parts and equipment needed to implement process-engineering changes.
• Meet the end users expectations with a focus on functional effectiveness, long-term reliability, and ease of maintenance.
• Implements consistent internal goals and tasks for Carmeuse North America operations.
• Ability to develop process flow charts. Utilize AggFlow and other industry programs to provide and maintain support for Engineering and Process at sites.
• Monitor process equipment and conducts audits to standardize process operations and achieve expected process key performance indicators. Identify potential errors and develop solutions to eliminate the recurrence of those problems.
• Interfaces with all levels of management and employees to gather information to provide guidance for implementation including but not limited to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instructional media.
• Works to maintain and further develop expertise and proficiency in the area of stone processing.
• Works with vendors to specify and provide correct and best value equipment for cost efficient and dependable operation. 

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mining and Mineral Processing Engineering or similar Engineering discipline; or Associates/ Bachelor's degree with applicable experience.
• 10+ years of experience in the mining industry, preferably in the aggregates/lime/cement/ or Sand and Gravel industry.
• Experience with a wide range of mining, crushing, screening, material handling and milling equipment.
• Proficiency with MSHA and EPA regulations.
• Proficiency with process control of stone processing equipment design and aggregate manufacture. Detail and process oriented with strong problem resolution abilities; ability to use root cause analysis to troubleshoot;
• Ability to travel up to 30%, primarily in the US and Canada. Overnight stays will be required and could include extended assignments during critical construction and start-up periods. 

You will be part of Carmeuse Americas, a Rock-Star team of 2500 workers and employees bringing with them their own culture and specific needs. The Americas headquarters are located in Pittsburgh, PA and have over three dozen production facilities across the Eastern U.S., Canada, Chile, Brazil, and Colombia.

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Carmeuse started out as a small family-run business in Belgium.

Today it's a leading global producer of lime, high calcium limestone and dolomitic stone. Its products are essential to energy producers, environmental services, construction and manufacturing. 

With over 90 production facilities spread across almost every continent, and over 4,500 employees working at Carmeuse every day, the company's most treasured resources are its people.

Carmeuse is dedicated to maintaining a workplace that fosters equal opportunity and creates a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity. If you require particular assistance with any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you can submit your request by sending an email to hrsupport@carmeuse.com. This option is reserved for people requiring adaptation due to a disability. The information received will be processed by Carmeuse and then directed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure the proper consideration of the application or hiring process.