Process Engineer

With over 80 years as an industrial technology leader, Kennametal Inc. delivers productivity to customers through materials science, tooling and wear-resistant solutions. Customers across aerospace, earthworks, energy, general engineering and transportation turn to Kennametal to help them manufacture with precision and efficiency. Every day approximately 10,000 employees are helping customers in more than 60 countries stay competitive. Kennametal generated nearly $2.4 billion in revenues in fiscal 2019. Learn more at . Follow @Kennametal: Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Job Title: Process Engineer

Location: Henderson, NC

Job Summary:

The Kennametal manufacturing plant in Henderson, NC is seeking a Process Engineer supporting the Infrastructure Business Unit. This position is responsible for all manufacturing engineering within the facility. This role will drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams within and supporting the Henderson plant. This position reports directly to the Plant Manager.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and transition new and/or improved processes and devices into manufacturing operation. Effectively evaluate alternatives and propose best solutions. Prepare procedures, training plans and manufacturing enabling documentation.

• Provide on-site assistance for troubleshooting as needed during hours of operation and/or during maintenance shutdowns.

• Lead process improvements and capital project implementation. Effectively support Management of Change to minimize EHS risks and manufacturing disruptions. Proactively develop project plans and budgets, select and manage teams, conduct progress reviews, implement corrective actions, and ensure compliance with EHS guidelines. Meet budget, timeline and project objectives. Regularly provide progress updates.
• Develop, improve, and standardize manufacturing processes, including corresponding documentation supporting our safety, quality, and production systems.
• Proactively contribute to the achievement of operations goals of safety, quality, customer satisfaction, employee engagement and financial performance. Ensure compliance with established EHS and quality standards

• A bility to properly define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions using standard problem solving and data analysis tools (5-Why, A3, 8D, DMAIC, etc.).
• Provides leadership and assistance in implementing lean manufacturing methodologies throughout the plant.
• Analyzes data to determine and recommend changes in method, tooling, and equipment to reduce cost.

• Provides input on capital projects, engineering change processes, supplier quality corrective action reports, and new product development projects.

• Ability to manage multiple demands with a sense of urgency.
• Experience in batch process engineering.
• Identifies and works to eliminate variability in standard manufacturing processes.
• Support process and equipment reliability
• Powder metallurgy experience preferably including powder milling, batch formulation, and spray drying.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience required
• Minimum of bachelor’s degree and related manufacturing experience in engineering (metallurgical or mechanical).
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated experience in creative problem solving and implementing corrective actions
• Ability to work under minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.

To be considered for this position, you must be legally authorized to work in the US (excluding Optional Practice Testing) and not require sponsorship now or in the future

As part of our core values, Kennametal is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all people. We are an Equal Opportunity employer.