Refractory Engineer

Scope: The Refractory Engineer will manage the design and processes related to refractory items with the goal of extending the life and reliability of associated manufacturing equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Give direction on refractory methods and processes to the maintenance department.
• Lead efforts to troubleshoot issues causing emergency shutdowns in manufacturing.
• Gather and analyze data to predict equipment failure related to refractory.
• Create a plan for refractory replacements/upgrades as part of the shutdown process.
• Responsible for reliability of broiler and other equipment as related to refractory.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering discipline
• Six Sigma/Lean Certification and Working experience with Statistical Processes
• Some knowledge of materials (steel, concrete, asphalt, etc.) as it pertains to facilities and equipment maintenance
• Experience with refractory systems
• Experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment, metal forming background (i.e. mill/foundry) preferred.