Manufacturing Process Engineer

Pyrotek • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will identify, evaluate, and initiate continuous improvement processes related to Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Environmental, Health, & Safety (EHS) functions in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate and work with plant production and support groups to ensure a standard of consistency, accountability, and sound decision-making for production, profitability control, machine maintenance and preventative programs, R&D initiatives, and compliance requirements.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with hands-on CNC programming and Lean/continuous improvement experience (or an equivalent mix of education and experience).
• Experience using CAD/CAM software required.
• Technical: Comfortable reading blueprints, using precision measuring tools, and applying basic math and geometry to meet quality and tolerance requirements.
• People: Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work well with a wide range of teams. Brings integrity, humility, and good judgment to everyday work.
• Communication: Clear, professional communicator—both written and verbal—with the ability to adjust style for different audiences.
• Computer: Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiar with CAD/CAM tools, CNC programs, fixtures, and production methods.
• Analytical: Uses data and KPIs to identify issues, build business cases, and improve efficiency, cost, and lead times.
• Business Sense: Works independently, handles confidential information responsibly, prioritizes effectively, and pays close attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to apply lean principles and CNC expertise to improve manufacturing processes and support new product launches.
• Develop, validate, and maintain CNC programs, fixtures, and manufacturing methods; support first production runs and fine-tune processes as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes, reducing cycle times, increasing throughput, and lowering costs on high-volume parts.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, identify inefficiencies, and work with Engineering and Operations to improve profitability and hit cost targets.
• Support preventive maintenance efforts to keep equipment reliable and minimize production downtime.
• Collaborate with Engineering on R&D and prototype builds, helping transition new designs into stable, repeatable production.
• Support ISO 9001, EHS, and quality requirements by maintaining accurate documentation, following standard processes, and participating in audits.
• Ensure inspection processes, calibrations, and certifications are completed accurately to meet quality and customer requirements.
• Assist with work instructions, fixtures, RMAs, supplier inspection records, and other production documentation as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees