Process Engineer: Marine Composites & Process Improvement

MBI - Malibu Boats, Inc; Neodesha (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Malibu Boats, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer in the Engineering department at Cobalt KS - Neodesha, KS 66757.

You will develop and optimize manufacturing processes for boats and marine components, aiming to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery by analyzing production methods and guiding cross-functional teams. You will support process documentation, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives, with responsibilities spanning design, production support, quality, cost, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of process or manufacturing engineering experience (marine, aerospace, automotive, or composites preferred).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Experience with process documentation and continuous improvement tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• CAD experience; Proficiency in MS Office products.

Responsibilities

• Design, document, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Optimize processes related to fiberglass layup, resin infusion, composite bonding, welding, machining, assembly, and finishing.
• Develop standard work instructions, process flow diagrams, and manufacturing routings.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).
• Provide day-to-day engineering support to production teams.
• Troubleshoot process issues impacting quality, throughput, or safety.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and production ramp-ups.
• Collaborate with production supervisors to improve line balance and labor efficiency.
• Ensure processes meet quality standards, marine regulations, and customer specifications.
• Assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions for defects and non-conformances.
• Support audits and compliance with ISO, ABYC, and applicable marine standards.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material waste, cycle time, and rework.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives through process improvements and material optimization.
• Analyze production data and KPIs to drive informed decisions.
• Specify, evaluate, and support manufacturing equipment, tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Collaborate with maintenance and vendors on equipment installation and upgrades.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Create and maintain process documentation and manufacturing specifications.
• Train production personnel on new or revised processes.
• Support knowledge transfer and continuous skill development.

Skills

Reading engineering drawings

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/E Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

Job description

Malibu Boats, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer in the Engineering department at Cobalt KS - Neodesha, KS 66757.

You will develop and optimize manufacturing processes for boats and marine components, aiming to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery by analyzing production methods and guiding cross-functional teams. You will support process documentation, standard work, and continuous improvement initiatives, with responsibilities spanning design, production support, quality, cost, and