Combustion Optimization Engineer

Requisition ID: 33447 

A Career in Beer and Beyond: 

Our purpose at Molson Coors Beverage Company is to brew beverages that unite people to celebrate all life’s moments.  We’ve been brewing iconic brands for over 350 years and are now proud to be offering a modern portfolio that expands beyond the beer aisle.   

We are Talent Brewers with our culture rooted in our core Values.  We believe in our brands and our people, and that inclusion and belonging is the key to a winning team culture.  We want you to join our team of brand ambassadors who believe the world is full of untapped opportunities.  So, if you get excited about making a real difference as part of a winning team like we do, we want to hear from you.  

The Headlines:   

In the role of Combustion Optimization Engineer working in Wheat Ridge, CO you will be part of the Batch and Furnace team at Rocky Mountain Bottling Company.  You will will be responsible for leading, coaching and motivating an operational team to ensure high quality products are produced safely and cost effectively through maximizing operational efficiency and continuous improvement of a process or systems. You will lead departmental operations in one of the glass manufacturing areas, towards the vision of a high-performance team culture and drive change management initiatives to continually improve both plant and process operations to meet World Class Supply Chain Standards.

This position reports to the Line Lead and works closely with the production and quality managers.

The Responsibilities: 

• Be accountable for efficient and improved combustion glass conditioning systems and increased furnace life through proper control of fuel consumption, heating and melting temperatures.
• Regularly checks all furnace operating conditions, including location of air within tank, location of air within tack dampers, type of furnace flame, wind in refiner areas, temperature gradients, amount of waste gas, slag formation, etc.
• Collect data for Forehearth operations and drive actions with relation to forming production performance in mind
• Responsible for assisting in department preventative maintenance and safety programs.  Makes regular inspections; receives notice of problems from other department personnel; issues necessary work orders; follows up to insure completion

The Other Qualifications:  

• You have a bachelor’s degree in ceramic, chemical, materials science or related engineering field 
• You have at least 1-2 years experience in a manufacturing facility or related field
• You love a challenge. You complete complex projects quickly and adeptly with your understanding of the business priorities
• You build relationships and collaborate to get to the desired outcome  
• You take accountability for results – acting with integrity and honoring commitments  
• You have a thirst for learning – you are always looking for ways to learn and help one another grow  
• You exhibit our core values

Work Perks that You Need to Know About:  

• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities  
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are 
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization 
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• Access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages! 
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences  

Job Posting Grade: 10

Job Posting Salary Range: (US/Colorado) $87,500 - $125,800 

Molson Coors is committed to an inclusive workplace.  We’re an equal opportunity employer and invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.