WIDIA · 13 hours ago
Engineer Process
La Vergne, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKennametal Inc. is an industrial technology leader specializing in materials science and tooling solutions. The Product Launch Process Engineer will oversee process engineering activities for new product launches, ensuring readiness for production by developing and validating manufacturing processes and acting as a liaison between design, manufacturing, and quality teams.
IndustrialIndustrial EngineeringIndustrial ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Create and maintain die set PRT, OAG and ensure die set characterization
Develop and validate fixtures for Grinding and Wire EDM operations
Ensure proper grinding wheels and other tooling are available and suitable
Request and review CNC programs from shared services
Create CNC programs for all types of Grinding Equipment at the plant
Create Wire EDM programs
Program quality check equipment and ensure integration with control plans
Create and maintain Control Plans and Dimensional Lab Spec Plans
Verify existence of quality check programs and gage equipment
Reference gauge equipment and optical programs in control plans
Order necessary supplies, tooling, and dies for pre-production runs. Ensure timing is respected and in line with Committed delivery dates to Customer
Ensure all equipment and gauges are available and calibrated before launch
Act as the gatekeeper for the first production order, ensuring all processes and quality requirements are met
Follow the first order through production and address any issues during this initial run (Product Validation)
Create a summary report of the first-time-through production for acceptance, verify Cycle Time and Scrap are on target
Develop and implement action plans to resolve issues before repeat orders
Review programs created by shared services for accuracy and compliance
Participate in the definition of the routers, proposing solution to reduce Cost and Lead Time
Work closely with design, quality, and production teams to resolve technical issues
Qualification
Required
3+ years of experience in process engineering, CNC programming, and product launch
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Proficiency in CNC programming, EDM programming
Strong understanding of fixturing design, grinding wheel design and selection
Knowledge of quality systems, including Control Plans and Dimensional Spec Plans
Familiarity with gauge equipment and optical measurement systems
Excellent problem-solving and project management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Company
WIDIA
WIDIA is a manufacturer of cutting tools offering precision-engineered products and custom solution services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jake McGrail
Channel Partner Representative - Kennametal & Widia Produc
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