Job Description

Mechanical Process Engineer

About Us
Insteel Industries, established in 1953, started from humble beginnings, embraces strong values, and has its Home Office in Mount Airy, NC.  We are the nation's largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction applications. We manufacture and market prestressed concrete (PC) strand and welded wire reinforcement, including engineered structural mesh, concrete pipe reinforcement, and standard welded wire reinforcement for concrete reinforcement applications. The company operates ten manufacturing facilities in eight states.

About You
The person we are looking for is responsible for all aspects of manufacturing processes including equipment specification, layout design, quality, and efficiency. Responsible for developing procedures to reduce all risks to ALARA while improving safety, quality, and productivity. Provides instruction and technical support to manufacturing plants and aid in improving the coordination and collaboration between departments and teams. Ensures consistent application of all processes across the various manufacturing plants.

Position Snapshot
To be successful in this role you will:

• Develops techniques, procedures, and application of equipment utilizing knowledge of production specifications, material properties, and engineering principles.
• Develops and maintains standardized operating procedures and provide necessary training for operators and maintenance personnel.
• Directs and coordinates inspections to ensure workers' compliance with established welding procedures, and standards.
• Conducts research and development investigations to develop and test new equipment, processes and procedures.
• Consults with equipment suppliers to determine appropriate equipment and specifications.
• Performs process analysis for cost reduction and quality, efficiency and yield improvement.
• Demonstrates leadership of Lean/Continuous Improvement.

Requirements and Education:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.  (An Associate’s degree and extensive experience may be considered.)
• Experience working directly within manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) are required to effectively communicate throughout the organization. 
• Data driven problem solving approach including root cause analysis. 
• Solid understanding of Lean Principles. 
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and CAD.

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay
• Bonus eligibility based on organizational performance
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job Type: Full-time

For your hard work, you receive:

• Competitive base pay with bonus eligibility based on company performance
• Opportunity for professional growth
• Paid time off including holidays and vacation
• Excellent benefits to include medical, dental, vision, company paid life/short-term disability/long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), health savings account (HSA), 401(k) with match, company paid tele-health, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement assistance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

These duties may be modified or changed at any time at the sole discretion of management either orally or in writing. The above statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

INSTEEL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you are qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to consider applicants residing in locations outside the US requiring Visa sponsorship at this time.

About the Company:

Insteel Industries is the nation’s largest manufacturer of steel wire reinforcing products for concrete construction, including prestressed concrete strand and welded wire reinforcement such as engineered structural mesh and concrete pipe reinforcement. Founded in 1953 and headquartered in Mount Airy, NC, Insteel operates 11 manufacturing plants across the U.S. and has a dedicated engineering services division. As a publicly traded company, our goal is to be the supplier of choice by delivering superior value to our customers. Learn more at insteel.com/careers.

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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Home office, Visa sponsorship, Flexible hours,

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