Job Description

DIS-TRAN Steel is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Pineville, La. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing processes, evaluating equipment and technologies, and implementing process changes to drive operational excellence. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, manages projects, and may oversee team members to ensure successful execution of manufacturing initiatives. The Manufacturing Engineer maintains a high level of professionalism and communication while supporting process development, technology integration, and continuous improvement efforts in a dynamic, heavy manufacturing environment.
Crest Industries believes that when we have the right people in the right seats, we can achieve unlimited success. Our Transfer Portal is designed to empower our team members to learn, grow  and build their careers throughout our family of companies.  This form is for any employee in the Crest Family of Companies to apply for open positions at DIS-TRAN Steel. 
The "DIS-TRAN Steel Transfer Portal - Open Opportunity" position is for you to express interest in positions that may not be open at this time. Upload your resume and information into the portal, and select the department you are interested in joining. The DIS-TRAN Steel talent team will contact you and help you through the rest of the process. If you have any questions or issues with the portal please contact talent@crestoperations.com or your talent manager:
Catherine Guillory (DTS Corp Office,Pineville & Eunice Plants ) email to catherine.guillory@distran.com or text to 318-929-6273.
For current open opportunities, please see those specific Transfer Portal opportunities and apply at https://jobs.lever.co/crestoperations?department=DIS-TRAN%20Steel

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate operational processes, develop and implement optimization, develop process improvement designs and plans, develop new processes to support operational needs
• Evaluate proposed new and replacement equipment. Provide professional evaluation of manufacturing technology additions or changes. Conduct evaluations of system with focus on productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Be capable of testing and conducting thorough evaluation of changes with proposed productivity gains along with justifications.
• Conduct and lead pilot process implementation. Provide guidance, leadership, and support for both scaling new processes and technology. Provide direct oversight with operations team on process change implementation
• Will be required to conduct and participate in cross-functional collaboration
• Must be adept in project management, including scope definition, scheduling, cost and resource planning
• This position may involve direct or indirect management of team members.

REQUIREMENTS FORMANUFACTURING ENGINEER:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process development, or industrial engineering in a heavy manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Proven experience with steel fabrication processes such as welding, plasma/laser cutting, forming, machining, and assembly.
• Experience with automation, robotics integration, and Industry 4.0 Initiatives
• Demonstrated success in leading process improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.) and deploying new manufacturing technologies.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, experimental environment.
• Proficiency with CAD, process simulation, and data analysis tools preferred.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with pilot plant operations, prototyping, process creation, R&D manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with ERP & MES systems
• Familiarity with simulation tools and digital twin technology
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, six sigma, and continuous improvement projects
• Familiarity with business financials
• Entrepreneurial experience