Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Kadant Black Clawson • Lebanon, OH • 4w ago

Overview

KADANT BLACK CLAWSON LLC is an established leader in equipment and systems for the international pulp and paper process industries. For 150 years, we've helped our customers reduce their input costs and improve efficiency through innovative products and technologies. Our sustainability efforts have been nationally recognized, and Kadant is also listed on the New York Stock Exchange (KAI). Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility is located in Lebanon, OH, where we design and manufacture our products for customers across the globe.

We currently seek to fill the position of Senior Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, monitor, and maintain manufacturing processes. This role consults with product engineers and manufacturing to achieve the most efficient and cost-effective way of producing high quality products, all while advancing KBC's mission of being a forward-thinking, collaborative, and ethical business.

Responsibilities

Responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

Assists manufacturing in the development and implementation of jigs, fixtures, and tooling in order to reduce lead times and cost.

Implements lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase efficiency.

Supports increased capacity and quality improvements in the Injection Molding area.

Reviews technical problems and departmental procedures and recommends solutions to problems or changes in procedures that may result in changes in ISO procedures.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including design, quality, and production, to ensure seamless product development and manufacturing.

Develops and maintains process documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.

Works with Quality on inspection applications, and reviews ISO standards to ensure compliance with these standards.

Supports Operations with the in-sourcing and re-shoring of products from NA suppliers, KFC, and other Kadant divisions.

Oversees and mentors Manufacturing Engineering Technician role, which includes making hiring decisions, conducting performance appraisals, training, approving time off, and enforcing KBC policies.

Qualifications

Proven experience in a manufacturing engineering role.

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Proficient with CAD, including Solidworks.

Demonstrates KBC values of personal accountability, discipline, trust, and proactive action.

Position requires a broad knowledge of technical engineering, machining, and fabricating, along with the ability to read drawings.

A Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field is required, along with five or more years of experience in manufacturing engineering.

On the production floor, may lift up to 40 lbs., but not a requirement for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran

All benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and 401k are effective upon hire!

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