Process Specialist

Job SummaryThe Process Specialist will support the plant production function, optimize the operation, performance, and efficiency of all manufacturing processes.BenefitsAt CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.Compensation$80,000 - $100,000 annuallyResponsibilitiesResponsible for daily tracking and monitoring of daily budgeted production goals for the raw grinding system, pyro process system and three cement ball mill systemsNotify plant management when operating systems fall out of budgeted specificationsConduct quarterly mill and kiln audits with assistance from Corporate Process EngineeringResponsible for increasing the efficiency of unit operations, specifically kiln burning, crushing, grinding, flow of heat, flow of fluids and materials handlingManage, conduct and report on the Clinker Microscopy program to plant management (weekly) and corporate management (quarterly) via the Quarterly Quality Control meetingsResponsible for co-maintenance, along with the Sr. Controls and Automation Engineer, for programming and usage of the process computer systems, optimization of and simplifying the existing plant operations and special projects as requiredReview new capital project equipment designs for process efficiency and cost effectivenessSupervise capital improvement projects when assignedConduct root cause analysis of failures and under-budget production periods to determine most appropriate corrective actions.Work with supervisors and operators across the organization to solve existing process problemsIdentify and Develop modifications to plant equipment and processes to increase efficiencyMaintain current records of individual kiln and mill system operating parameters, setpoints, process variables, targets and PID parametersEnsure a safe work environment in the execution of all duties and activitiesManage the Quarterly Energy Report with the assistance of othersAssist the Energy Management Team with identifying and implementing energy efficiency projectsEducationBachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering preferred.Requirements/QualificationsResponsible for daily tracking and monitoring of daily budgeted production goals for the raw grinding system, pyro processTwo or more years’ experience with industry process control computer systemsSuperior problem-solving and analytical skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office software, i.e., Word, Excel and PowerPointAbility to multi-task with competing prioritiesMust be a self-starter and be able to work independentlyAble to effectively lead meetingsAble to maintain records, data and meet recording requirements as neededPreferred:Five years’ experience in a cement or related manufacturing environmentExperience with a large ERP system - SAP preferredExperience with Pi data collection systemsFamiliarity with expert control systemsConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.  

Created: 2025-10-01