Manufacturing Process Engineer - Lean & Metallurgical Excellence

Kennametal; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead metallurgical and manufacturing process improvements across operations. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimize process capability, and manage capital projects with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and throughput.

In this role you will develop SOPs, train staff, and collaborate across maintenance, operations, and supply chain to sustain continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes in an industrial or process-based environment.
• Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies, Lean manufacturing, and operational excellence principles.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and process control tools.
• Proven problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, improve, and document metallurgical and manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality, safety, and performance.
• Provide daily engineering technical support for manufacturing operations, including furnace room, chemical plant, blending, and screening areas.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical and process-related issues to minimize downtime and defects.
• Monitor process controls and ensure adherence to established standards and specifications.

Skills

Process improvement methodologies

Lean manufacturing

Operational excellence

Problem-solving

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis tools

Process control tools

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

SPC

Process capability analysis

R&R studies

Job description

Kennametal Inc. in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead metallurgical and manufacturing process improvements across operations. You will drive Lean initiatives, optimize process capability, and manage capital projects with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and throughput.

In this role you will develop SOPs, train staff, and collaborate across maintenance, operations, and supply chain to sustain continuous improvement and operational excellence.