Process Engineer: Lean Manufacturing & CNC Excellence

Kennametal; La Vergne (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kennametal is looking for an Engineer-Process in La Vergne, Tennessee. This role involves providing technical support and problem-solving for manufacturing operations, with a focus on process improvement. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently.

The position requires a minimum 4-year technical degree or related experience in CNC programming and manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include analyzing data, implementing lean methodologies, and standardizing processes for efficiency and cost reduction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of technical degree or manufacturing experience in CNC grinding and programming.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering documentation.
• Experience in problem-solving and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Define problems and draw conclusions using analysis tools.
• Create and improve CNC programming to reduce costs.
• Standardize manufacturing processes with documentation.
• Lead lean manufacturing implementations.
• Analyze data to recommend method changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

CNC programming

Data analysis tools

Education

4-year technical degree or related manufacturing experience

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kennametal is looking for an Engineer-Process in La Vergne, Tennessee. This role involves providing technical support and problem-solving for manufacturing operations, with a focus on process improvement. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently.

The position requires a minimum 4-year technical degree or related experience in CNC programming and manufacturing processes. Responsibilities include analyzing data, implementing lean methodologies, and standardizing processes for efficiency and cost reduction.