Manufacturing Engineer

Working Environment: On-Site

Division: Site Access

NPK International inc. (NYSE: NPKI) is the only site access solutions partner to manufacture and rent industry-leading sustainable composite matting , along with a full suite of services including planning, logistics, and remediation - so you can protect your people, the environment, and your bottom line.

Job Summary

NPK Access Solutions' Manufacturing Team is seeking a qualified technical person to strengthen our manufacturing excellence, which is core to our market leadership in composite matting. This is a visible multidisciplinary hands-on role, responsible for continuous improvement, process monitoring, and excellence. You will work with the manufacturing and engineering plant staff daily and share the organizational production and quality goals. We are looking for a person who prioritizes safety and has strength and experience in Engineering, Automation and Continuous Improvement. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on self-learner who is willing to both work in a manufacturing and office setting (more than half the time in the plant). The role requires teamwork, presentations, and regular internal communication with the division management, plant management, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Committed to maintaining a safe workplace.
• Troubleshoot and maintain process uptime and quality goals. Current manufacturing process consists of plastic extrusion and molding.
• Manage Capital Equipment Projects by working with both internal and external teams.
• Be proficient in Microsoft suite, and the ability to learn different technical software and databases.
• Basic familiarity of statistical data analysis, Six Sigma & Lean tools.
• Ability to create and analyze process flow diagrams.
• Ability to understand machine configurations and specifications. Ability to conduct a gap analysis if a specific machine or a process step is operating at, above or below the design guidelines.
• Basic familiarity with selection, use and working of various automation equipment and sensors.
• Be an integral part of new product-process development manufacturing process time gains.
• Ability to design and conduct small scale tests to validate hypothesis. Proficiency in using basic mechanical tools and power tools.
• Responsibility for drafting and revising standard operating procedures and process/equipment workflows.
• Responsible for frequent reporting and internal presentations.
• Familiarity with basic plastics and metallic materials of construction and their properties.
• Responsible for staying current with technical advances in pertinent manufacturing processes.
• Be able to communicate with new engineering vendors and machine manufacturers and travel to assess or conduct new machinery trials.
• Proficient in searching and understanding technical publications.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Education: B.S. in Engineering; Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering Preferred
• Experience: 1-2 years industrial experience in a process or manufacturing plant preferred

Additional Details

Generous PTO (Paid Time Off)

Employee 401(k) contribution and employer match

Excellent benefits eligible day 1 of hire

A collaborative and supportive environment that encourages learning and development

WHY JOIN NPK?

One of NPK’s Core Values is Excellence. It means we are committed to delivering value through performance, innovation, and service quality, and that commitment starts with YOU! NPK is where you can challenge yourself in new and exciting ways and work in an environment that supports and values you. Here at NPK, we are committed to finding, developing, retaining, and rewarding the best talent while providing an environment where our employees can grow professionally and personally.

What We Value

At NPK, our values, safety, integrity, accountability, respect, and excellence are more tan words - they are non-negotiable fundamentals that define what is important to us. They are the foundation for our purpose.

Our Purpose encapsulates how our values work together to drive our decision-making, actions, and behaviors. They help us create meaningful relationships with each other, our clients, and partners. Every day, we strive to live these values and fulfill our purpose, building a culture that reflects who we are and where we're headed.

P - People Focused - First in every action

U - United - Different voices make us stronger together

R - Reliable - Unwavering in our quality and service

P - Passionate - Energy and excitement is our fuel

O - Optimistic - Any moment is a chance to shine

S - Sincere - Authenticity starts with vulnerability

E - Enterprising - Agility is the key to opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. NPK and its affiliates do not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, military service/veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

NPK International, Inc. is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applications with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the Manager, HR Governance & Compliance at HRcompliance@npki.com