Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will identify, evaluate, and initiate continuous improvement processes related to engineering, operations, maintenance, and environmental, health, & safety (EHS) functions in a manufacturing environment. Collaborate and work with plant production and support groups to ensure a standard of consistency, accountability, and sound decision-making for production, profitability control, machine maintenance and preventative programs, R&D initiatives, and compliance requirements.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Partner with cross-functional teams to apply lean principles and CNC expertise to improve manufacturing processes and support new product launches.
• Develop, validate, and maintain CNC programs, fixtures, and manufacturing methods; support first production runs and fine-tune processes as needed.
• Drive continuous improvement by standardizing processes, reducing cycle times, increasing throughput, and lowering costs on high-volume parts.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, identify inefficiencies, and work with Engineering and Operations to improve profitability and hit cost targets.
• Support preventive maintenance efforts to keep equipment reliable and minimize production downtime.
• Collaborate with Engineering on R&D and prototype builds, helping transition new designs into stable, repeatable production.
• Support ISO 9001, EHS, and quality requirements by maintaining accurate documentation, following standard processes, and participating in audits.
• Ensure inspection processes, calibrations, and certifications are completed accurately to meet quality and customer requirements.
• Assist with work instructions, fixtures, RMAs, supplier inspection records, and other production documentation as needed.

Experience & Education

5+ years in a manufacturing or industrial environment, with hands-on CNC programming and lean/continuous improvement experience (or an equivalent mix of education and experience). Experience using CAD/CAM software required.

Skills & Abilities

• Technical: Comfortable reading blueprints, using precision measuring tools, and applying basic math and geometry to meet quality and tolerance requirements.
• People: Collaborative, adaptable, and able to work well with a wide range of teams. Brings integrity, humility, and good judgment to everyday work.
• Communication: Clear, professional communicator—both written and verbal—with the ability to adjust style for different audiences.
• Computer: Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and familiar with CAD/CAM tools, CNC programs, fixtures, and production methods.
• Analytical: Uses data and KPIs to identify issues, build business cases, and improve efficiency, cost, and lead times.
• Business Sense: Works independently, handles confidential information responsibly, prioritizes effectively, and pays close attention to detail.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Member to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position. Must be able to sit for long periods-of-time, bend, and reach, use stairs, lift up to 25 pounds occasionally and communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer, office equipment and telephone. Working Environment While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an office and manufacturing environment with frequent exposure to loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and fumes or airborne particles, and periodic exposure to outdoor environment through open doors. PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, may be required.

Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors. California residents please take a moment to review our California Resident Applicant Data Collection Notice.