Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Federal Ammunition

The Kinetic Group•Anoka, MN

22h

About The Position

The Sr. Manufacturing Engineer develops new methods, tooling, and machine designs and resolves processing issues in the manufacture of rimfire ammunition and components, primers and primer components, shot, and bullets. The position is based at The Kinetic Group’s Anoka office and reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Director. The role improves tooling and processes for existing products, investigates production difficulties, implements corrective actions and cost reductions, and reviews drawings, bills of materials, and manufacturing routes for accuracy and improvement opportunities. It also supports machine guarding in accordance with OSHA standards and manages projects related to major equipment failures, including capital expenditure justification, equipment and process redesign, documentation, spending, schedules, and resources. The position involves work in both an office and manufacturing environment, including frequent time in production areas with potential exposure to noise, moving machinery, electrical and pressurized equipment, flammables, explosives, fumes, odors, and dust. Normal work hours apply, though overtime may be necessary depending on workload. General supervision is received, and the engineer may direct associates working on assigned projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent related experience.
CAD training; SolidWorks is preferred.
Computer skills in word processing and spreadsheets.
Knowledge of machining processes, including manual and CNC machining, turning, grinding, heat treatment, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and tool and die work, as well as machine design fundamentals.
Knowledge of designing for manufacturability.
Knowledge of machine drive components and elements commonly used in manufacturing.
Knowledge of electromechanical and mechanical automation components and systems.
Experience and knowledge in selecting materials for machine parts, tooling, and dies.
Knowledge of inspection and measurement tools for troubleshooting machine parts and tooling, including calipers, micrometers, bore, depth, thread and feeler gauges, machine levels, dial indicators, gauge pins, and gauge blocks.
Excellent mathematical, problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
Thorough understanding and broad application of technical standards, principles, theories, and techniques.
Ability to perform at a high level with minimal supervision and direction.
Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with other manufacturing plant personnel.

Nice To Haves

Four or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience with Six Sigma tools and techniques and lean manufacturing concepts.
Thorough understanding of machine shop technology.
Well-rounded knowledge of materials, technologies, and manufacturing techniques.

Responsibilities

Develop improvements to existing-product tooling and manufacturing processes, including changing specifications and supervising special product or process improvement tests.
Investigate and troubleshoot production difficulties and take corrective measures.
Identify and implement cost reductions through improved material utilization, greater machine or process efficiency, and reduced cost of poor quality.
Review drawings for tools and perishable machine parts and initiate Engineering Change Orders when revisions to tolerances, surface finishes, dimensions, or material selection are justified.
Assist with the design, building, and installation of machine and equipment guarding in accordance with OSHA standards, and present guarding to the safety committee for approval.
Manage projects for major equipment failures, including capital expenditure justification, equipment and process redesign and documentation, spending, execution timing, and resource management.
Review bills of materials and manufacturing routes for accuracy and cost-saving opportunities.
Provide work direction to associates working on assigned projects.