Manufacturing Engineer

Are you looking for a collaborative culture that values their employees?

Are you interested in working in a growing manufacturing company?

Then K & S Manufacturing has a position for you.

We are currently hiring a Manufacturing Engineer!

K & S Manufacturing History …

An agile manufacturing approach allows us to meet compressed timelines for a variety of customers in very competitive markets. A commitment to continuous improvement and vertical integration drives our ongoing investment in people, processes, and technology. K&S also invests in the latest, state of the art equipment housed in our modern facilities.

K&S only manufactures for our customers. We do not manufacture our own branded products. This ensures we are focused solely on generating competitive advantage for our customers.

Thomas Klusken, a military veteran, founded K&S Tool & Die in 1974. Servicing major OEMs, he had the vision to evolve K&S into a vertically integrated contract manufacturer. Our rich heritage as die makers and tool manufacturers—coupled with our manufacturing execution system—delivers supplier-led innovation. The outcome of his vision and the confidence entrusted in K&S over 40 years is reflected in the diverse markets we currently serve.

• Agriculture
• Engine large and small
• Construction
• Large truck
• On-and-Off highway
• Power transmission
• Process equipment
• Rail
• Seating
• Thermal transfer
• Turf care

To develop production part process steps, costs, work instructions, and fixtures/gages for both stamped, laser/brake, and/or welded components.

• REQUIRED COMPETENCIES, QUALIFICATIONS, AND BASIC SKILL LEVELS:
  • Associates, Technical or BS in Engineering or a minimum of 5 years experience in a similar role.
  • Strong background in SolidWorks.
  • Advanced background in GD&T as applies to metal fabrication applications.
  • Technical / hands on knowledge of stamping, laser, brake, MIG welding (robotic and manual) processes.
  • Advanced mechanical aptitude (i.e. intuitive understanding of mechanical processes)
  • Ability to effectively and professionally communicate engineering principles to customers and coworkers.
  • Fluency with Windows and MS Office i.e. Excel and Word.
  • Basic knowledge in manufacturing business operations.
  • Strong industrial math skills.
  • Fluent reading, writing, and speaking English with excellent communication skills.
• PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

· Take parts from quoting into production by creating production drawings, work instructions, control plans, and PFMEA documentation.

· Use SolidWorks for developing new part tooling, fixtures, gages, and part blanks.

· Assemble and validate fixtures and gages.

· Participate in DFM (Design for Manufacturability) analysis both internal and with the customer.

· Maintain New Product Launch/Quoting database by tracking phase gate completion status.

· Assist or complete part quoting activity.

· Provide engineering support to operations by resolving quality issues involving process capability, tolerancing, process troubleshooting, and materials related issues.

· Analyze results of process capability studies. Recommend changes to tolerances of tolerance schemes based upon findings.

· Facilitate and promote use of appropriate problem-solving techniques for effective root cause analysis and successful corrective action.

· Responsible and accountable for quality workmanship and accuracy

· Effectively communicate with all other departments regarding upcoming needs or requirements from those departments

· Support the Company’s Quality and Safety Policies by understanding & following the policies, procedures as they apply to your job & department.

· Support the company by performing other duties as assigned.