CNC Machining Process Engineer

Gibbs Die Casting Corp • Henderson, KY

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About The Position

Gibbs Die Casting is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support and improve casting and machining operations. The role focuses on solving production challenges, reducing scrap, improving uptime, optimizing processes, and improving quality and performance. The engineer will lead continuous improvement work, address manufacturing issues using root-cause analysis, optimize casting and machining processes, collaborate with Quality on customer issues and engineering changes, and support new product launches. The position also involves creating and maintaining process documentation and training materials, and coaching team members on best practices. This is a first-shift position. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available. The job description states that management may revise the description and that it is not an employment contract.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of experience in machining, die casting, foundry, or manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, including G-code, M-codes, speeds, and feeds.
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into practical process improvements.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to reduce scrap, increase uptime, and improve cycle times.
• Identify and solve manufacturing issues using root-cause analysis and structured problem-solving tools such as 8D, 5 Why, and Six Sigma.
• Optimize casting and machining processes, including process parameters and quality standards.
• Partner with Quality to resolve customer issues and implement engineering changes.
• Support new product launches, including process development, validation, and troubleshooting.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and training materials.
• Train and coach team members on best practices and process improvements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED