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Manufacturing Process Engineer - CNC Machining
Location: Huntersville, NC
About the Role
Burkert is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement within our CNC machining operations while leading implementation of our global Lean manufacturing system, SYNCHRO . This role combines technical process ownership, operational excellence, and shop-floor leadership to improve productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and manufacturing performance.
Reporting to the VP of Operations with a dotted-line relationship to the CNC Manufacturing Manager, this position is highly visible and directly impacts manufacturing efficiency and business results.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives across CNC machining operations, including turning, milling, and multi-axis machining.
- Improve machine utilization, OEE, setup reduction, throughput, and cycle times.
- Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and process optimization activities.
- Maintain accurate SAP routings, scheduling data, and capacity planning information.
- Drive tooling, setup, and process standardization using best practices and lean manufacturing principles.
- Lead root cause investigations and corrective actions related to downtime, scrap, rework, and quality issues.
- Serve as the Manufacturing Lead for Burkert's SYNCHRO Lean Production Management System.
- Facilitate Kaizen events, 5S initiatives, TPM activities, and Value Stream Mapping workshops.
- Develop and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, process documentation, and training materials.
- Partner with Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production teams to improve end-to-end manufacturing performance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in CNC machining, manufacturing engineering, or process improvement.
- Strong knowledge of CNC turning, milling, tooling, fixturing, and machining processes.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with SAP production planning and scheduling systems preferred.
- CAD/CAM experience (Mastercam, Siemens NX, or similar) preferred.
- Knowledge of GD&T, SPC, root cause analysis, and quality systems.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
What We're Looking For
- Strong technical and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence and lead without direct authority.
- Hands-on, shop-floor-focused approach to manufacturing improvement.
- Self-starter with a passion for operational excellence and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to driving sustainable results through standardization, accountability, and teamwork.
Salary : $100,000 - $120,000