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Overview

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Springfield, MO

MD Kinney, a division of Ingersoll Rand, manufactures blowers, vacuum systems, and engineered systems for industrial, commercial, and government applications. Our products are designed by industry leading engineers and manufactured to exacting specifications. Apply knowledge of materials and methods to design, integrate an improve manufacturing systems and processes. Responsible to create, document, develop and implement manufacturing processes to facilitate execution of the business plan, drive continuous improvement by creating and improving Standard Work, and investigate and execute real time problem resolution.

What we offer

Ingersoll Rand offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to empower you with tools and support to take charge of your health and career. Benefits include health care options (medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage), wellness programs, life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and an employee stock grant, among other offerings.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of machining and fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, product design, materials and operator input.
• Determine root causes of failures using statistical methods, such as Lean Six Sigma, and recommend changes in designs, tolerances, or processing methods without bias or blame.
• Provide technical expertise or support related to manufacturing with emphasis on fixtures, tooling, and CNC equipment.
• Incorporate new methods and processes to improve existing operations.
• Troubleshoot new and existing manufacturing problems involving designs, materials, or processes.
• Review product designs for manufacturability and completeness.
• Train production personnel in new or existing methods.
• Serve as project manager on designated projects, assembling teams, communicating goals, driving completion to timelines, and reporting progress to stakeholders.
• Design, install, or troubleshoot manufacturing equipment.
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes or engineering procedures.
• Apply continuous improvement methods such as Lean Six Sigma to enhance manufacturing quality, reliability, or cost-effectiveness.
• Investigate or resolve operational problems such as material use variances and bottlenecks.
• Estimate costs, production times, or staffing requirements for new products and processes.
• Evaluate manufactured products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Design layout of equipment or workspaces to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Design testing methods and test finished products or process capabilities to establish standards or validate process requirements.
• Read current literature, talk with colleagues, participate in educational programs, attend meetings, attend workshops, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in the field.
• Prepare reports summarizing information or trends related to manufacturing performance.
• Demonstrate excellence in completion of all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or related field required
• 7+ years relevant engineering experience may be substituted for degree
• CNC Machining, Tooling and Programming experience
• Previous experience in SAP or other ERP type systems is
• Superior analytical and problem solving skill
• Excellent communication, project management and organizational skills. Must be capable to work in a fast paced, creative, results-oriented atmosphere.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints including geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Ability to accurately measure and read calipers, micrometers, dial bore gauges, etc.
• Ability to identify problems and determine root cause.
• 2D and 3D CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, etc.) and CAD/CAM (CAMworks, Mastercam, etc.) experience prefer
• Microsoft Suite software experience required (Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)

Pay Range

• The pay range for this role is $70,000-$85,000. The pay range considers a wide range of factors that include a candidate's skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location.

What to Apply

TO APPLY: Please apply via our website Ingersoll Rand Careers by September 2025 in order to be considered for this position. Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR) is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com. APPLY NOW