Kennedy Valve-2nd Shift Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Kennedy Valve, a member of the McWane family of companies, is a gray and ductile iron foundry and computerized machining and assembly company. We have been an active community partner in Elmira, New York, for over 125 years.

People providing peace of mind water solutions.

To save lives, resources, and property by supplying the best waterworks and fire protection products in the world.

Our culture is important to us and forms the foundation for everything we do. Successful Team Members will embrace and perform in accordance with our following core values:

Safety: People First – Step Up

** Environment**: Protect Our Communities – Keep It Clean

** Leadership**: I am Always On Stage – First Manage My Own Words & Behaviors

** Accountability**: Lead Myself Well – Own It, Correct It, Learn From It, Move On

** Excellence**: Always Working To Be Better – Value & Add Value

** Trust**: The Speed Of Trust – Build, Don’t Break

** Teamwork**: Help Each Other Be Great – Win Together

** Communication**: Clear, Candid, & Constructive – Right Words, Right Time, Right Way

** WHY KENNEDY VALVE?**

Kennedy Valve offers great wages and robust benefits packages, as well as stability and a sense of team!

• Highly Competitive Salary $52,924-$65,377
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement: 401(k) & Roth IRA – 100% match on first 2% of employee contribution, 50% match on next 2%
• Educational Reimbursement after one year of service
• Employer-paid life insurance with the option to supplement
• Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental plan options

SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician provides hands-on technical support to the Manufacturing Engineering – CNC function and five machining value streams. This role executes technical tasks that improve tooling, fixturing, setups, reliability, and machine performance. The Technician supports CNC troubleshooting, data collection, new process deployment, and daily floor support to ensure safe and reliable machining operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Daily CNC Production Support

• Provide first-response troubleshooting for machining issues, offsets, probe errors, and tooling adjustments.
• Support standardized work, setup sheets, and work instructions.
• Assist in implementing engineering changes, improvement actions, and new fixtures.

Tooling, Fixtures, and Equipment

• Assemble, modify, and maintain tooling, fixtures, gauges, and probes.
• Track tool life and consumable usage; support tooling inventory control.
• Build prototype fixtures and aids using prints, CAD models, or Engineering direction.
• Assist in equipment installations, prove-outs, testing, and reliability improvements.

CNC Process Support

• Collect machining data for spindle utilization, cycle time, tool wear, and scrap.
• Support SMED, 5S, TPM, and other Lean/CI initiatives.
• Perform basic capability checks and SPC measurements.

Continuous Improvement

• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Assist in reducing downtime, scrap, and variation in machining processes.

New Product Support

• Support prototype builds and trial runs.
• Provide manufacturability feedback and implement ECO/ECN changes.
• Assist with operator training for new setups, fixtures, or machines.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Technology OR equivalent hands-on CNC/machining experience.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production support role, preferably in heavy industry (e.g., metal fabrication, forging, machining, casting).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with industrial equipment and manufacturing methods.
• Proficient in reading technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Hands-on experience with measuring tools (calipers, micrometers) and data acquisition tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing software systems (e.g., ERP, CAD, CAM) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Standing or sitting at a desk for long periods of time, walking throughout the facility, and the ability to handle up to 50lbs as required.
• Exposed to elements, such as cold, heat, noise, dust, odors, fumes, etc.
• Work time is spent primarily inside the main entrance building, with rounding on the manufacturing floor and KV grounds; occasional tasks and interactions outdoors.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Kennedy Valve Co. is an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to perform substance abuse testing. McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation , veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA - gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices. McWane will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or service member status, marital status, citizenship status (In IL - sex, including same sex, ancestry, order of protection status, physical or mental disability, military status, pregnancy, unfavorable discharge status, genetic information), (In IA - gender identity), (In CA- gender identity or expression, and genetic information) or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.