Process Engineer

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 10,000 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated nearly $2.4 billion in revenues in fiscal 2019. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow Kennametal on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title

Process Engineer

Location

Henderson, NC

Job Summary

The Kennametal manufacturing plant in Henderson, NC is seeking a Process Engineer supporting the Infrastructure Business Unit. This position is responsible for all manufacturing engineering within the facility. This role will drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams within and supporting the Henderson plant. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Develop and transition new and / or improved processes and devices into manufacturing operation. Effectively evaluate alternatives and propose best solutions. Prepare procedures, training plans and manufacturing enabling documentation.
• Provide on-site assistance for troubleshooting as needed during hours of operation and / or during maintenance shutdowns.
• Lead process improvements and capital project implementation. Support Management of Change to minimize EHS risks and manufacturing disruptions. Develop project plans and budgets, select and manage teams, conduct progress reviews, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with EHS guidelines. Meet budget, timeline and project objectives. Regularly provide progress updates.
• Develop, improve, and standardize manufacturing processes, including corresponding documentation supporting safety, quality, and production systems.
• Contribute to safety, quality, customer satisfaction, employee engagement and financial performance; ensure compliance with EHS and quality standards.
• Define problems, establish facts and draw conclusions using standard problem solving and data analysis tools (5-Why, A3, 8D, DMAIC, etc.).
• Provide leadership and assistance in implementing lean manufacturing methodologies throughout the plant.
• Analyze data to determine and recommend changes in method, tooling, and equipment to reduce cost.
• Provide input on capital projects, engineering change processes, supplier quality corrective action reports, and new product development projects.
• Ability to manage multiple demands with a sense of urgency.
• Experience in batch process engineering.
• Identify and work to eliminate variability in standard manufacturing processes.
• Support process and equipment reliability.
• Powder metallurgy experience, preferably including powder milling, batch formulation, and spray drying.

Education, Work Experience, Skills, Certificates

To be considered for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the US and not require sponsorship now or in the future.

As part of our core values, Kennametal is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.

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