Manufacturing Process Engineer

Palmetto State Armory L; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto State Armory L in West Columbia, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to establish robust, cost-conscious manufacturing processes and mentor associates.

You will drive continuous improvements, lead transitions from design to production, and analyze data to reduce waste and cycle times.

Required: associate or bachelor’s in a related field, 5+ years machining experience, and CAD/CAM skills (MasterCAM, Inventor, SolidWorks).

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 5 years machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with CAD/CAM software such as MasterCAM, Inventor, SolidWorks.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Solid working knowledge of inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMM, Optical Comparator).
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Develop new robust manufacturing processes and improve existing ones to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Establish data collection and analysis systems to drive continuous improvement.
• Increase manufacturing capability by optimizing existing equipment and adding new capabilities as needed.
• Lead production/quality improvement for new products and manage documentation of process changes.
• Support design-to-manufacture transitions and assist internal projects to ensure smooth production.

Skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Mentorship/Training

Education

Associate degree in Machine Tool Technology

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

MasterCAM

Inventor

SolidWorks

MS Excel

MS Word

MS Outlook

Job description

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Manufacturing Process Engineer

Full Time Professional Ferrous, West Columbia, SC, US

JOB PURPOSE

Establish rigid and consistent manufacturing processes with a focus on cost control; train, mentor, and develop associates and promote a positive culture throughout the facility.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new robust manufacturing processes and improve existing processes through techniques that support quality improvements, cycle time reductions, cost reductions, and other actions aimed at reducing/eliminating non-value-added work. Responsible for development and preparation of process improvements and accountable for leading instruction, facilitating team decisions, assisting with implementation, and sustainment.
• Establish systems for data collection and analysis. Utilize that data to drive continuous improvement activities within all manufacturing departments.
• Increase manufacturing capability both by utilizing existing equipment and through the selective acquisition of new complementary capabilities.
• Lead proactive production/quality improvement within the facility to ensure the seamless launch of new product. Manage documentation associated with process design changes.
• Support the transition of product design and development for new or existing products from engineering designs to manufacturing. Support and assist internal development projects to ensure a smooth transition into full production.
• Provide technical assistance to all operating departments.
• Analyze quality data and drive problem resolution.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Machine Tool Technology or Relevant Bachelor’s Degree from Accredited University.
• Minimum of 5 years machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to use CAD/CAM Software such as MasterCAM, Inventor, Solidworks, ect.
• High problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Solid working knowledge of inspection equipment including but not limited to micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMM, Optical Comparator, ect.
• Ability to use basic computer programs such as MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with metal machining, molding, and assembly processes.
• Ability to train and mentor others.
• Strong ability to work independently towards set objectives/goals.
• Strong communicational skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is subject to a typical office environment including heavy PC and phone usage . Work is also performed in a high-volume manufacturing environment; working with chemicals, w oring in or near a range while range is active and handling both manual and automated equipment and systems. Specific job assignments may require day, evening, weekend or holiday hours. Overtime may be required .

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Team members are constantly standing, walking, carrying, twisting, bending, seeing, stooping, balancing, hearing, as well as handing paperwork and heavy PC computer usage Team members will be lifting objects from floor to waist up to 50 pounds .

DIRECT REPORTS

Not Applicable.

Must be at least 18 years of age.

Export Control Compliance Notice

This position may involve access to technology or software source code subject to U.S. export control laws (ITAR/EAR). Employment is contingent on verifying U.S. Person status or obtaining any necessary export license/confirming the availability of a license exception. Applicants must provide information for export control screening, which will be reviewed for compliance. Ferrous Engineering & Tool may elect not to pursue a license or exception and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis.