Process Engineer

Stanley Black & Decker • Sedalia, MO

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineer plans and designs process plans for new or redesigned products, improves existing manufacturing processes, and develops new manufacturing processes and equipment. Working in a cross-functional team, the engineer helps develop processes from initial concept through implementation on the plant floor. The role supports quality, process capability, cost improvement, equipment reliability, production efficiency, new product introduction, and continuous improvement at the Sedalia, Missouri facility.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field, or at least 7 years of directly related equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of hands-on manufacturing experience, including lean/flow manufacturing and relevant exposure to primary manufacturing such as machining and forging.
• Hands-on experience implementing lean manufacturing, including analysis, design, and implementation.
• Strong working knowledge of tool and die principles and associated manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated ability to apply statistical methods to part and process qualifications and problem-solving activities.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks; familiarity with AutoCAD; knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Project management experience.
• Understanding of forging, broaching, and machining; ability to program CNC machinery is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Use statistical analysis and manufacturing engineering techniques to troubleshoot processes and reduce variability.
• Ensure product quality, process capability, and cost improvements.
• Design tooling, gaging, and fixturing to support manufacturing.
• Implement process controls and conduct statistical root-cause analysis to improve and maintain product quality.
• Work with production and facilities maintenance teams to troubleshoot and repair production equipment.
• Develop and implement capital improvement projects that generate process cost savings.
• Apply lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes and optimize manufacturing resources.
• Work with suppliers to ensure incoming quality and with equipment vendors to optimize capital use.
• Facilitate reductions in lead times for existing products.
• Work with the Supervisor, Team Lead, and Design Engineering to support new product introductions, product upgrades, and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Develop standard work and work instructions for efficient, cost-effective, high-quality processes.
• Reduce machine downtime by developing predictive and preventative maintenance work instructions and identifying maintenance schedules, tools, and supplies for capital equipment.
• Work with Finance and Materials to ensure accurate manufacturing costs, process routings, and bills of materials.
• Collaborate with Operations and HR to identify training needs and design programs that support business objectives.
• Encourage safe work practices, with strong emphasis on ergonomics.
• Establish processes for continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Wellness program and other well-being programs.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools, products, and partner programs.
• Access to learning resources, including a digital learning portal, Lean Academy, and online university.
• Career development opportunities across the company.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level