Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Montana Knife Company, [Frenchtown, MT]

Position Type: Full-Time, Onsite

About Us:

Montana Knife Company is a premier manufacturer of high-quality knives and outdoor products.

MKC prides itself on bringing back American manufacturing and building a culture that makes

working enjoyable. Our commitment to excellence is not just in our products but also in our

processes. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic

team and help us elevate our engineering capabilities.

Position Overview:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Montana Knife Company, you will play a crucial role in

optimizing our production processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and

implementing creative solutions to our manufacturing challenges. Your expertise in

manufacturing engineering will help us maintain our standards of excellence while increasing

efficiency and reducing waste.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes and workflows to enhance

productivity and efficiency.

- Design and employ advanced fixturing solutions for production manufacturing.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve production issues, ensuring

minimal downtime and optimal output.

- Investigate, specify, and oversee the implementation of new production equipment and tooling.

- Analyze production data and metrics to identify areas for improvement and propose actionable

solutions.

- Stay current with industry trends and technologies to drive innovation within manufacturing.

Required Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum of 3 years engineering experience, preferably in a production manufacturing

environment.

- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)

- Ability to balance numerous projects simultaneously while driving progress and schedule

conformance.

- Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work effectively in a collaborative

environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience with production automation, vacuum heat treating, bevel and flat grinding, mass

finish, laser cutting, product assembly

- Experience with Fanuc industrial robotics and/or collaborative robots

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary

- A supportive and innovative work environment.

- The chance to be part of a passionate team dedicated to producing top-quality knives.

- Paid Vacation

- 401k Matching Program

- Full Benefit Program

- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.

- Minimum of 3 years engineering experience, preferably in a production manufacturing

environment.

- Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)

- Ability to balance numerous projects simultaneously while driving progress and schedule

conformance.

- Proficiency in CAD software and other engineering tools.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to work effectively in a collaborative

environment.