Process Engineer

Widia Products Group; Bedford (Bedford County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing technology company is seeking a Process Engineer in Bedford, PA. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving continuous improvement within the plant, working with cross-functional teams to develop and implement state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. Applicants should have a BS in Engineering, with significant experience in manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. This full-time position offers competitive salary and growth within a well-established company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of BS in Engineering (Mechanical or Materials preferred).
• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with process automation, PLC and robotics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and transition new/improved processes and devices into manufacturing.
• Lead process improvements and capital project implementation.
• Ensure compliance with EHS and quality standards.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

AUTOCAD

NX CAD systems

MS Office

MRP (SAP preferred)

Job description

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Process Engineer – Bedford, PA

The Kennametal manufacturing plant in Bedford, PA is seeking a Process Engineer supporting the Earth Cutting Tools (ECT) 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 Bedford plant. This position reports directly to the Site Business Director.

About Kennametal

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 and defense, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 8,700 employees are helping customers in nearly 100 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated $2.1 billion in revenues in fiscal 2023. Learn more at www.kennametal.com. Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Process Engineer – Bedford, PA

The Kennametal manufacturing plant in Bedford, PA is seeking a Process Engineer supporting the Earth Cutting Tools (ECT) 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 Bedford plant. This position reports directly to the Site Business Director.

Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• 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. Effectively support Management of Change to minimize EHS risks and manufacturing disruptions. Proactively 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.
• Work with Corporate Sourcing, Finance and outside vendors to specify, procure, effectively install, start-up and complete acceptance testing of capital equipment. Develop functional specifications and evaluate alternatives. Partner with other manufacturing locations and relevant Corporate functional teams to ensure appropriate technology/process standardization is considered.
• Lead improvement tasks and projects using Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement tools on the manufacturing floor.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Materials Management and Finance teams to ensure that BOMs and routings accurately reflect product manufacturing steps, and are optimized to improve cost effectiveness, quality, and efficiency. Responsible for system updates, management of setup sheets and associated documentation.
• Work in conjunction with Product Engineering, Sourcing and Product Management to assure timely delivery of new product requests and reviews.
• Proactively contribute to the achievement of operations goals of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, employee engagement and financial performance. Ensure compliance with established EHS and quality standards.
• Continuously improve knowledge in areas of responsibility by proactively staying aware of technology trends, participating in training/webinars and networking with subject matter experts.
• Operate as a role model who embraces the Kennametal Cultural Beliefs and inspires others to do the same.
  
  

Position Requirements

• Minimum of BS in Engineering. Mechanical or Materials Engineering preferred.
• Two or more years of experience working in batch and discrete component manufacturing environment. Experience with any of the following technologies: machining, welding, powder pressing and sintering, brazing, heat treating and/or molten metal operations.
• Demonstrated continuous improvement and problem-solving skills, with experience delivering sustainable improvements with Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Experience troubleshooting, implementing, and sustaining manufacturing processes and systems related to areas of responsibility.
• Experience executing capital projects to support replacement, modernization and/or new process implementation to achieve operational goals.
• Strong positive interpersonal and hands-on problem-solving skills, and experience working effectively with cross-functional teams across all levels.
• Prefer experience with process automation, PLC and robotics. PLC programming, CNC programming experience.
• AUTOCAD, NX CAD systems, 2D and 3D modeling, and CAD-CAM experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, set priorities, identify, and resolve problems, and meet deadlines.
• Strong computer literacy, including MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access) and MRP experience (SAP preferred).
  
  

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Machinery Manufacturing

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