Lead Pneumatics Processing Engineer — Automation & Lean

IDEX

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 127,000 - 191,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

IDEX is seeking an Advanced Processing Engineer - Pneumatics to lead advanced machining, automation, and process development across our Performance Pneumatics platform. This hands-on working manager role will support multiple sites, partnering with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to turn innovative ideas into measurable results.

You will drive high-tolerance CNC work, automation initiatives, and Lean/Six Sigma projects, while developing standard processes and

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
8+ years in manufacturing, process engineering, or operations.
Hands-on CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process improvement.
Experience with PLC/HMI, robotics, vision, or motion systems.
Lean, Six Sigma, or productivity initiatives with measurable results.
Strong cross-functional leadership and multi-site experience.
Knowledge of GD&T, measurement systems, ISO quality standards.

Responsibilities

Develop and optimize high-tolerance CNC machining, tooling, fixturing, and process capability to improve quality, cycle time, yield, and cost.
Lead automation and controls initiatives, including robotics, PLC/HMI, vision systems, motion control, and Industry 4.0 solutions.
Identify and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies that improve flexibility, productivity, safety, and competitiveness.
Apply Lean, Six Sigma, root-cause analysis, SPC, and DOE methods to reduce waste and improve process performance.
Establish standard processes, best practices, and technical playbooks that can be leveraged across sites.
Lead capital equipment and process upgrade projects from business case through installation, commissioning, training, and validation.
Maintain and improve manufacturing documentation, including SOPs, routings, CNC programs, control plans, and change controls.
Provide shop-floor technical support, troubleshoot process and equipment issues, and lead trials to improve OEE, scrap, and rework.
Lead cross-functional project teams and mentor engineers, technicians, and site-level manufacturing resources.
Ensure new processes and equipment meet safety, ergonomic, regulatory, and quality system requirements.