Kadant Johnson LLC
Overview
Kadant Johnson is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes that drive safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Accounting to optimize workflow, reduce costs, and support continuous improvements across the facility.
Responsibilities • Develop and document manufacturing processes, methods, and standard operational procedures • Evaluate machining processes, tooling, and machine capabilities to improve throughput, reduce operational bottlenecks, and costs • Support capital equipment evaluations, cost justifications, and process capability development • Improve flow, reduce setup times, and eliminate waste using Lean/5S/CI principles • Utilize Excel and MRP (Epicor) for capacity planning, data analysis, revisions, and job costing • Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions to resolve production challenges • Design/define tooling, fixtures, and inspection methods in collaboration with Quality, CNC, Fabrication, and Product Fulfillment teams
Qualifications • Hands-on machining process knowledge (CNC, tooling, feeds/speeds, machining capabilities) • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel • Experience with Epicor • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing • Strong problem-solving abilities • Effective communicator who works well with cross-functional manufacturing teams
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related experience in a manufacturing environment • Experience in machining, assembly, and/or industrial manufacturing environments • Continuous improvement and/or Six Sigma experience a plus
Kadant Johnson is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes that drive safety, quality, efficiency, and on-time delivery. This role works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Accounting to optimize workflow, reduce costs, and support continuous improvements across the facility.
Responsibilities • Develop and document manufacturing processes, methods, and standard operational procedures • Evaluate machining processes, tooling, and machine capabilities to improve throughput, reduce operational bottlenecks, and costs • Support capital equipment evaluations, cost justifications, and process capability development • Improve flow, reduce setup times, and eliminate waste using Lean/5S/CI principles • Utilize Excel and MRP (Epicor) for capacity planning, data analysis, revisions, and job costing • Lead root-cause investigations and corrective actions to resolve production challenges • Design/define tooling, fixtures, and inspection methods in collaboration with Quality, CNC, Fabrication, and Product Fulfillment teams
Qualifications • Hands-on machining process knowledge (CNC, tooling, feeds/speeds, machining capabilities) • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel • Experience with Epicor • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and GD&T • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing • Strong problem-solving abilities • Effective communicator who works well with cross-functional manufacturing teams
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related experience in a manufacturing environment • Experience in machining, assembly, and/or industrial manufacturing environments • Continuous improvement and/or Six Sigma experience a plus