Process Engineer
About The Position
The Kinetic Group is hiring a Process Engineer to plan, manage, and coordinate projects and processes using the latest technologies to develop new processes, improve production efficiencies, and resolve manufacturing challenges. The position is based at the company’s Lonoke, Arkansas office and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. The Process Engineer will initiate process changes and improvements, maintain process records and drawings, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. The role analyzes operational data—including production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules—to improve the use of employees, tooling, supplies, and equipment, and recommends ways to increase worker efficiency and reduce waste. The engineer will collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams, initiate and lead engineering projects such as cost improvements and capital projects, prepare technical reports, and present findings to management and other interested parties. The position also involves communicating with and providing technical guidance to manufacturing and shop personnel, assisting with production training on work instructions and procedures, understanding product specifications and test data, and understanding how manufacturing processes affect product performance. Infrequent travel is required. Assignments may involve work in or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including areas with flammables and explosives; safety training is provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related Engineering/Science discipline.
- At least 2 years of relevant engineering experience.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Excellent organizational, communication, project management, and teamwork skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving ability.
- Familiarity with manufacturing operations and lean principles.
- Hands-on experience with machining and manufacturing equipment.
- Experience with SolidWorks or CAD.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge and experience with ammunition, handloading, hunting, shooting, and firearms.
- Metallurgical knowledge of copper alloys and tool steels/carbides.
- Experience in metal forming and/or high-volume manufacturing.
- Experience in tool and fixture design.
- Experience with cold heading.
Responsibilities
- Initiate process changes and improvements, and maintain process records and drawings.
- Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues.
- Identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Analyze operational data, including production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient use of employees, tooling, supplies, and equipment.
- Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste.
- Work effectively and collaboratively with a cross-discipline team.
- Initiate and lead engineering projects, including cost improvements and capital projects.
- Write technical reports and present them to management and other interested parties.
- Communicate effectively with manufacturing personnel and management.
- Regularly interact with and provide technical guidance to manufacturing and shop personnel.
- Assist in training production personnel in work instructions and procedures.
- Understand product specifications and interpret test data.
- Understand how manufacturing processes affect product performance characteristics.
Benefits
- Day-one healthcare coverage.
- Company-paid parental leave.
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 6%.
- Career development opportunities.
- Education assistance.
- Paid time away from work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
