Job Description
The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI, Remington and Speer. We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries.
The Manager of Manufacturing Engineering will lead and manage Manufacturing Engineering for the Ozark operations, driving production excellence through process optimization, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. This role ensures engineering support aligns with business objectives for safety, quality, delivery, cost, and continuous improvement.
Oversee the effectiveness, development, and engagement of the Manufacturing Engineering team while advancing manufacturing capabilities, throughput, and operational efficiency.
This position reports to the Sr. Director Manufacturing Engineering and is based out of our Ozark, Missouri office.
What you'll do:
Leadership & Team Development
Lead, develop, and manage a high-performing Manufacturing Engineering team with clear accountability for results
Build technical depth through structured training, career pathing, and workforce planning aligned to site and business priorities
Operations Support
Provide engineering support to sustain and improve production volume, quality, and cost performance
Partner cross-functionally with operations, quality, and maintenance to resolve manufacturing issues and drive durable process improvements
Champion design-for-manufacturing principles and assess manufacturability of new and existing products
Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven initiatives to improve throughput, reduce waste, and maximize equipment utilization
Establish a culture of structured problem-solving and measurable process discipline across the engineering team
Project & Capital Management
Own the site engineering budget and capital investment pipeline
Lead equipment, tooling, and facility projects from concept through commissioning and validation
Evaluate feasibility, ROI, and risk for new process and equipment investments
Process & Systems
Maintain and improve manufacturing documentation including SOPs, tooling standards, and process control records
Analyze production flow, layouts, and operational data to identify and implement efficiency improvements
Drive standardization of methods and process controls across the facility
Supplier & Technical Support
Evaluate supplier capabilities and provide technical directions on sourcing and tooling decisions
Serve as a technical resource for supplier qualification and process validation activities
Quality & Compliance
Ensure engineering processes and documentation support safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
Lead and develop the quality team to sustain performance and meet ISO requirements
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in engineering, or related field
5+ years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role
Deep knowledge high-volume manufacturing processes
Proficiency with Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies (Green Belt or higher preferred)
Proven track record managing capital projects and engineering budgets
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills
Ability to lead through influence in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment
Work Environment:
Employee work assignments may include tasks working with and/or exposure to potentially hazardous areas, including flammables and explosives. Safety training is provided to all employees to ensure compliance with company and federal regulations.
Pay Range:
$111,200.00 - $155,800.00
The actual annual salary offered to a candidate will be based on variables including experience, geographic location, education, and skills/achievements, and will be mutually agreed upon at the time of offer.
We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including: medical and dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401K, PTO, tuition reimbursement, gear discounts and the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
Our Postings are not intended for distribution to or use in any jurisdiction, country or territory where such distribution or use would violate local law or would subject us to any regulations in another jurisdiction, country or territory. We reserve the right to limit our Postings in any jurisdiction, country or territory.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled
International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulation (EAR) Requirements:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national; (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (a/k/a green card holder); (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1157; or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. Section 1158 or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Gun Control Act Requirements:
It is unlawful for these categories of persons to possess (for business or personal reasons) firearms or ammunition: (i) convicted of a crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year; (ii) fugitive from justice; (iii) unlawful user of or addicted to any controlled substance (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substance Act 21 U.S.C. 802); (iv) who has been adjudicated as a mental defective or has been committed to any mental institution; (v) illegal alien; (vi) discharged from the Armed Forces under dishonorable conditions; (vii) who has renounced his or her United States Citizenship; (viii) who is subject to a court order restraining the person from harassing, stalking, or threatening an intimate partner or child of the intimate partner; or (ix) who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
Across The Kinetic Group, we rally for the customer by fostering collaboration, sharing insights and scaling competencies. We engineer our products in ways that match the drive of the people who put them to work in the field, on the course and on the battlefield. We're not just a name on the door - we are the people developing the products that help customers the world over.
The Kinetic Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for employment without to regard race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other characteristics protected by law. The EEO Law poster is available here: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf
If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@tkghunt.com .
