Manufacturing Process Engineer — Tooling & Lean Projects

Remington Arms; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 64,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kinetic Group in Lewiston, Idaho is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and improve tooling and processes for shell and cartridge manufacturing. You will lead projects that modify specifications, supervise tests, and push for quality and efficiency gains.

You will collaborate with production and engineering teams, review drawings, and implement engineering changes. A strong engineering background, problem-solving skills, and CAD proficiency are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent related experience.
• Strong mechanical skills and troubleshooting ability.
• CAD training; SolidWorks preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Excellent mathematical and problem-solving abilities; strong communication.
• Ability to perform with minimal supervision and work with others.

Responsibilities

• Develop tooling and process improvements for the manufacture of shells and cartridges by changing specifications and supervising tests.
• Investigate and troubleshoot production difficulties; implement corrective measures.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities (material utilization, efficiency, quality).
• Review tools and perishable parts drawings and initiate Engineering Change Orders when justified.
• Assist with design, construction, and installation of machine guarding per OSHA standards.
• Collaborate with new products group and manufacturing engineering on new product launches.
• Manage major equipment upgrade projects including capex justification, redesign, and scheduling.
• Review bills of materials and routes for accuracy and cost savings.
• Process changes to correct errors.

Skills

Engineering degree

Mechanical skills

Troubleshooting

CAD training

SolidWorks

MS Office

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

The Kinetic Group in Lewiston, Idaho is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and improve tooling and processes for shell and cartridge manufacturing. You will lead projects that modify specifications, supervise tests, and push for quality and efficiency gains.

You will collaborate with production and engineering teams, review drawings, and implement engineering changes. A strong engineering background, problem-solving skills, and CAD proficiency are essential for success.