Manufacturing Engineer- Eugene Airport Road
Company: Astec Industries
Location: Eugene
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description BUILT TO CONNECT At Astec, we
believe in the power of connection and the importance of building
long-lasting relationships with our employees, customers and the
communities we call home. With a team more than 4,000 strong, our
employees are our 1 advantage. We invest in skills training and
provide opportunities for career development to help you grow along
with the business. We offer programs that support physical safety,
as well as benefits and resources to enhance total health and
wellbeing, so you can be your best at work and at home. Our
equipment is used to build the roads and infrastructure that
connects us to each other and to the goods and services we use. We
are an industry leader known for delivering innovative solutions
that create value for our customers. As our industry evolves, we
are using new technology and data like never before. We’re looking
for creative problem solvers to build the future with us. Connect
with us today and build your career at Astec. LOCATION: Eugene
Oregon ABOUT THE POSITION Primary Process Owner, who works closely
with all aspects of Astec, Inc. operations (manufacturing, quality,
OpEx and safety) to develop safe, efficient and reliable
manufacturing methods. Identifies process improvement opportunities
(productivity and reduce costs), allowing Astec to create a
sustainable competitive advantage through the use of Kaizen, lean
tools and methods. Leads cross functional events to analyze and
deploy standards and techniques, to improve quality, ensure on-time
delivery, control costs and/or other engineering/economic
objectives; Applies visual and auditable, manufacturing best
practices to solve problems, improve performance and productivity,
while eliminating waste. Deliverables & Responsibilities •
Develops, evaluates, and recommends improvements in manufacturing
methods through new processes and modifications, minimizing cost
and effectively applying production capabilities. • Implements
process improvements through time studies, process mapping,
value-stream mapping, spaghetti mapping and workload balancing,
through cross-functional team collaboration using standard lean
tool sets, achieves safety and process improvements, through
reductions cycle-time, rework, scrap, inventory, overtime, space,
on-time completions, etc. • Facilitates continuous improvements
through the use of lean tools and coordinates lean training,
development activities of all employees. • Works with manufacturing
to analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements,
material routing and handling methods, manufacturing processes and
methods, machine and tool design applications, workflow and new
technology and designs layout of equipment and workspace for
maximum efficiency, safety and quality. • Estimates production
times, capacity requirements and related costs to provide
information for management decisions and to meet completion dates
and technical specifications. • Develops proposals, evaluates new
development programs and recommends changes in parts
specifications, manufacturing processes and production methods
and/or objectives to improve quality, productivity,
manufacturability and safety as required. • Applies statistical
methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and
potential. • Responsible for the transition of new product
introductions from engineering to manufacturing, including capacity
analysis, process robustness and process validations. • Develops
and maintains the manufacturing process work instructions and
assembly tooling that are initiated by product design or method
improvement changes. • Specify new equipment and design required
fixtures, jigs and tooling needed to meet production and quality
requirements. • Prepares and makes presentations to individuals and
groups using Microsoft Office applications. • Researches,
organizes, analyzes and maintains records of technical information
from a variety of sources. • Follows company policies and
procedures at all times. • Follows proper safety rules and
procedures at all times. • Performs special projects other duties
as assigned. To be successful in this role, your experience and
competencies are: • Bachelor’s degree in industrial, manufacturing,
mechanical engineering or related field required. • Minimum of
three (3) years related work experience in a manufacturing
environment required with a demonstrated understanding of heavy
machinery manufacturing processes. • Knowledge of machine shop
operations/processes required. • Knowledge of LEAN methods used in
manufacturing processes required. • Knowledge of all types of
metal-cutting processes, to include punch, plasma, and flame
cutting required. • Knowledge of engineering/manufacturing system
of symbols, legends, shading and lines required and skill reading
engineering drawings required. • Knowledge and understanding of
nesting software for material optimization preferred. • Must be
able to collaborate and facilitate cross functional teams to
influence and manage change in a heavy manufacturing, multi-shift
work environment. • Must be able to meet regular attendance
requirements. Supervisor and Leadership Expectations. Does this
role have supervisory or managerial responsibilities? No Does this
role have budgetary or program management responsibilities? (must
state if manager and above title with no direct reports). No Our
Culture and Values Employees that become part of Astec embody the
values below throughout their work. • Continuous devotion to
meeting the needs of our customers • Honesty and integrity in all
aspects of business • Respect for all individuals • Preserving
entrepreneurial spirit and innovation • Safety, quality and
productivity as means to ensure success Travel Requirements: 10% of
travel, regional, international
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