Position type: Full-Time, Salaried
Pay range: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually
Location: Hennepin, IL

Ask Yourself This…

Are you a focused innovative person who loves challenges? Are you ready to work with a supportive management team and be surrounded by a collaborative team? Are you cool under pressure and excited by work that’s different every day? If this sounds like you, then join us in Hennepin, IL!

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world’s most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You’ll Do

This role combines Project Engineering, Reliability Engineering, and EHS Management to drive operational excellence and safety. You will oversee capital planning, budgeting, and project execution, ensuring seamless integration of new equipment and maintaining plant documentation. You’ll enhance maintenance systems, analyze risks, and apply problem-solving tools to boost reliability and reduce downtime. As EHS leader, you’ll manage environmental permits, ensure regulatory compliance, foster a strong safety culture, deliver training, and champion employee health initiatives—all while partnering with cross-functional teams to align projects and programs with strategic goals.

What You’ll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

Possess a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and 5 or more years of experience within a heavy engineering manufacturing environment
Have the ability to conduct typical plant mechanical engineering design and develop technical specifications
Have working knowledge of EHS Policies and Procedures and documentation management
Show strong written and verbal communication skills as well as strong leadership and organizational skills

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans
Employer-sponsored retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time
Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies
Opportunities for career development

Interested? We want to hear from you! Visit washingtonmills.com/careers and tell us why you’re the candidate we’re looking for.

The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.

Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. M/F/D/V. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, military or veteran status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition as defined by applicable law, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.

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I understand that this document is NOT an offer of employment, and that an offer of employment, if tendered, does NOT constitute a contract for continued guaranteed employment. I understand that employees of Washington Mills who work at union facilities and are obligated to join the union as a result of the position they are applying for, serve pursuant to the terms of the applicable contract and the employment relationship may be terminated at any time by you, for any or no reason, and the Company may terminate you pursuant to the applicable contract but in no event for a reason prohibited by law.

If employed, I will be required to furnish proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and any other information required to be provided to employer by law or for benefit eligibility, and to comply with Company and departmental policies, practices, rules, and regulations.
I understand that if employed on a temporary basis, I would be paid for hours worked only, and would be ineligible for benefits including paid time off. I understand that any benefits I receive outside any applicable contract may be subject to change or discontinuation at any time without prior notice.

I understand that if offered employment, I will be required to complete a Form I-9 and that the Company reserves the right to terminate my employment if said information is processed through E-Verify and I am unable to resolve any discrepancies in my information with the Social Security Administration, the Department of Homeland Security, or any other applicable government agency.

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