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Knauf Insulation

Maintenance Mechanic

Shelbyville, IN

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Production logbooks. * Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area; store tools and supplies ...

Knauf Insulation

Process Technician

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... You will play a critical role in optimizing plant processes, maintaining product quality, and ...

Knauf Insulation

Process Development Engineer

Albion, MI · On-site

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Link field performance and quality data with production processes, ensuring feedback loops improve ...

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Knauf Insulation

Process Technician

Shelbyville, IN

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... You will play a critical role in optimizing plant processes, maintaining product quality, and ...

Knauf Insulation

Process Engineer

Albion, MI · On-site

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Analyze processes and product data provided by Process Technicians, Production Superintendents, and ...

Knauf Insulation

Maintenance Mechanic

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Production logbooks. * Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area; store tools and supplies ...

Knauf Insulation

Maintenance Mechanic

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

$23.75 - $30.50/hr

Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are ... Production logbooks. * Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area; store tools and supplies ...

Knauf Insulation

Supervisor, Production

Shelbyville, IN · On-site

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Associate's Degree required. * Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred. Experience: * Minimum ...

Knauf Insulation

Process Development Engineer

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Link field performance and quality data with production processes, ensuring feedback loops improve ...

New

Knauf Insulation

Process Engineer

Lanett, AL

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... You will analyse process and product data provided by Process Technicians, Production ...

Knauf Insulation

Maintenance Mechanic

Inwood, WV · On-site

$23.50 - $30.25/hr

Overview Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We ... Production logbooks. * Maintain a clean, organized maintenance area; store tools and supplies ...

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Do workers at Knauf Insulation get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
93% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Does Knauf Insulation pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
63% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from Knauf Insulation affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Knauf Insulation?

Some people get paid time off from work.
58% of people say they don’t get paid time off.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 100% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at Knauf Insulation worry about hours?

Some people worry about getting enough hours.
40% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Knauf Insulation workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Knauf Insulation?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
100% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do Knauf Insulation managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
89% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do jobs at Knauf Insulation spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Knauf Insulation?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
80% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at Knauf Insulation good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
88% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Knauf Insulation feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at Knauf Insulation get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
86% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Knauf Insulation?

Some people feel stressed out here.
36% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
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Do people at Knauf Insulation enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
86% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at Knauf Insulation recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
38% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Knauf Insulation?

Most people got enough training when they started.
80% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Knauf Insulation?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 83% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think Knauf Insulation’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
58% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Knauf Insulation is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
67% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

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Process Development Engineer - White Wool

Knauf Insulation

Remote

$115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Knauf Insulation rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview
Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
Our benefits go beyond just providing coverage.
We're committed to the whole you - your health, wealth, peace of mind, self and community.
Our benefits include:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision - starting on day one!
  • Virtual Medical Services
  • Fertility and adoption benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% contribution and fully vested day one)
  • Paid parental leave
  • Paid family leave
  • Company provided Salary Continuance (Short- term Disability)
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Plus, more!

Growth opportunities are available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
About the Role:
The Process Development Engineer is responsible for driving the development, optimization, and standardization of white wool manufacturing processes and product quality across KINA plants, serving as the divisional Subject Matter Expert (SME) in this area. This role emphasizes leveraging engineering knowledge, white wool manufacturing experience, and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodology to maximize efficiency, overcome technical challenges, foster innovation, and share best practices. The position involves setting performance standards, supporting new and existing plant operations, and leading cross-functional initiatives to deliver measurable results in output, quality, and cost reduction.
Responsibilities
Technical Responsibilities:
As the KINA Subject Matter Expert, SME, in White Wool, this role will:
  • Define and maintain standards for white wool processes, including hot end (spinner, fiberizer) and cold end (forming, milling, transport, additive application, and collaborate on packaging).
  • Optimize hot end processes, collaborate to enhance spinner designs, improve Fiberizer/forming technologies, and optimize energy and material consumption.
  • Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and CI methodologies to drive process capability, efficiency, and cost reduction.
  • Lead trials to optimize processes, manage DOEs (Designs of Experiment), ensure robust data collection, and deliver actionable insights.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to design and scale up new processes, enhance process control systems, and improve reliability and output consistency.

Process Support and Development:
  • Provide hands-on technical support to KINA plants, focusing on resolving production challenges and closing gaps in raw materials, forming, and packaging.
  • Convene and lead cross-plant troubleshooting for chronic losses using structured problem-solving tools.
  • Collaborate with OEMs and suppliers to improve spinner performance, fiber quality, and equipment life while reducing variability.
  • Link field performance and quality data with production processes, ensuring feedback loops improve manufacturing outcomes and customer satisfaction.
  • Support new plant construction, upgrades, and modifications, contributing deep expertise to commissioning and start-up activities.

Capability Building and Continuous Improvement:
  • Deliver a structured training program to develop white wool SMEs in each plant, ensuring ongoing local expertise.
  • Share best practices and governance mechanisms across KINA and KI plants to drive performance alignment.
  • Document all developments to protect intellectual property, maintain standards, and update training materials.

Reporting and Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Present recommendations and findings to KINA management and key stakeholders.
  • Publish monthly dashboards outlining performance trends, root causes, and process improvement opportunities.

Qualifications
Education:
  • Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or a related technical field) is required.
  • Six Sigma Certification is required; Green Belt minimum, Black Belt preferred.

Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in glass mineral wool manufacturing, focusing on both hot and cold-end processes.
  • Proven track record of project management and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Specific experience with white wool insulation production is strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Expertise in hot-end (spinner/fiberizer) and cold-end process development, including forming, and milling operations.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing (SQDCP, Kata, Kaizen, LPA, DOE, and SPC).
  • Proven ability to lead Six Sigma projects with annualized savings or measurable yield/output gains.
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and train cross-functional teams.
  • Proficiency with Minitab, MES systems, MS Office Suite, and data historian tools like OsiPI for process insights.
  • Strong project management skills, including cost-benefit analysis, milestone tracking, and stakeholder follow-up.

Other Requirements:
  • Must be detail-oriented and results-driven, committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through process excellence.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Requires 40% travel, with some periods of higher travel during start-ups, equipment commissioning, or major projects.
  • Must occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying environmental conditions (dust/temperature) while in plants.

It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.

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