Manufacturing Engineer

KMT Waterjet is a global leader in waterjet cutting solutions, renowned for our cutting‑edge technology, commitment to quality, and dedication to customer satisfaction. At KMT Waterjet, we believe in fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment where every team member's contribution is valued. Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, continuous professional development opportunities, and focus on work‑life balance make us an employer of choice in the industry. Join us to be at the forefront of technological advancement and take your career to new heights! Based in Baxter Springs, KS near the rapidly expanding Joplin, MO area, the Accounting Manager will report to the Assistant Controller and play a key role in driving and providing accurate financial reporting for the largest manufacturing facility within the $450mm+ Shape Technologies Group. This is an opportunity to work for a growing and dynamic team that always strives for continuous improvements while focusing on enjoying being a team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following: Provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing team and develop positive team dynamics to ensure high performance. Ensure new parts and machining optimization projects are completed by the required deadline, at a reasonable cost, and with a robust process to engineered tolerances. Acts as a liaison with the Engineering department to ensure effective resolution of issues as they relate to manufacturing, including Sustaining Engineering. Acts as a liaison with the Purchasing department to provide an effective resolution of cost‑saving issues as they relate to manufacturing. Works with the Engineering department by optimizing the design from a precision, manufacturability, cost‑effectiveness, and repeatability point of view. Defines manufacturing process for parts, including machine work centers, setup and run‑time estimates, as well as manufacturing SOPs. Determines internal manufacturing capabilities and decides whether a manufacturing process needs to be sent out to a third‑party manufacturer. Applies knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials while conferring with equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators to ensure parts are manufactured at an effective cost and to a high degree of precision and quality. Prepares product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager. Conduct machine capability, floor space optimization, and workflow studies to drive improvements. Approve and process Engineering Changes and update routers to reflect ECs. Identify and implement improvement opportunities for CNC programs, tooling, and set‑ups of CNC equipment on a continuous basis. Managing and tracking process improvements, alternate part routings and structures, and tool cost reduction projects. Provide daily machine shop support for problem‑solving and process improvement. Complete Capital Expenditure Requests for all manufacturing operations. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must be familiar with all types of CNC machines, cutting tools, and raw materials. Thorough understanding of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing standards. Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Must be able to multi‑task, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Demonstrates strong time management skills with the ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects. Education/Experience and/or Training: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or equivalent experience in a similar engineering field. 5 years of manufacturing experience, including CNC machining and assembly. Proficient in MS Office products Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Proficient in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent CAD packages. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr