Process Engineer

The Kinetic Group; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental

Vision

Disability and life insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Gear discounts

Job summary

The Kinetic Group is seeking a Process Engineer to plan, manage, and coordinate projects to develop new processes, improve production efficiencies, and resolve manufacturing challenges. Based in Lonoke, AR, you will work with a cross-discipline team and report to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

You should hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, strong mechanical aptitude, and hands-on machining experience, with Lean principles and CAD/SolidWorks proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with manufacturing operations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, project management and teamwork skills.
• Exceptional problem solving ability.
• Hands-on experience with machining and manufacturing equipment.
• Familiarity with lean principles.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or CAD.

Responsibilities

• Initiate process changes and maintain records/drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze production data to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead cross-disciplinary engineering projects and capital improvements.
• Write technical reports and present to management.
• Communicate with manufacturing personnel and management.
• Train production personnel in procedures and work instructions.
• Understand product specifications and test data; assess process impact.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Machining experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering/Science discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD

Job description

Job Description The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. We are looking for a Process Engineer to join the team. The Process Engineer will plan, manage, and coordinate projects and processes using the latest technologies to develop new processes, improve production efficiencies and resolve manufacturing challenges. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and is based out of our Lonoke, Arkansas office.

Key Responsibilities

• Initiate process changes and improvements, maintain process records and drawings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Analyzes operational data such as production costs, process flow charts and production schedules to determine efficient utilization of employees, tooling, supplies, and equipment.
• Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with a cross discipline team.
• Initiate and lead engineering projects including cost improvements and capital projects.
• Write technical reports and present them to management and other interested parties.
• Effectively communicate with manufacturing personnel and management.
• Regularly interact with and provide technical guidance to manufacturing and shop personnel.
• Assists in training production personnel in work instruction and procedures.
• Understand product specifications and interpret test data.
• Understand how manufacturing processes affect the performance characteristics of the product.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related Engineering/Science discipline
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent organizational, communication, project management and teamwork skills
• Exceptional problem solving ability
• Familiarity with manufacturing operations and lean principles
• Hands on experience with machining and manufacturing equipment
• SolidWorks or CAD
• Infrequent travel required

Preferred

• Knowledge and experience with ammunition, handloading, hunting, shooting, and firearms
• Metallurgical knowledge of copper alloys and tool steels/carbides
• Experience in metal forming and/or high volume manufacturing
• Experience with tool and fixture design
• Experience with cold heading

Work Environment

Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.

Pay Range

$69,600.00 - $97,300.00 The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.

Benefits

• medical and dental
• vision
• disability and life insurance
• 401K
• PTO
• tuition reimbursement
• gear discounts
• the ability to add value to an exciting mission!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Gun Control Act Requirements

• It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.

Company Culture

Across The Kinetic Group, we rally for the customer by fostering collaboration, sharing insights and scaling competencies. We engineer our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course and on the battlefield. We’re not just a name on the door — we are the people developing the products that help customers the world over. The Kinetic Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without to regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law.

EEO Law Poster

The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf