Senior Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer

King Technology is a Minnesota-based innovator in the pool and spa industry that is expanding it's operations to St. Peter's, Missouri. King Technology specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of smart water care solutions for pools and hot tubs, with a continued focus on innovation, quality, and creating positive experiences. Known for its patented technologies and purpose-driven culture, King Technology is committed to making water care easier while "Enriching Lives Daily" for customers, employees, and communities.

Job Summary:

The Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment layouts, and production systems for a new manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in establishing the facility's operational foundation, ensuring processes are safe, efficient, scalable, and compliant with applicable chemical and environmental regulations. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in an industrial or chemical manufacturing environment and thrives in the fast-paced, build-from-the-ground-up culture.

Essential Functions:

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes and workflows from the ground up, ensuring efficiency, safety, and scalability.
• Evaluate and select equipment, tooling, and materials appropriate for chemical and industrial manufacturing operations.
• Create and maintain plant layouts, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with production goals.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analyses, and workflow assessments to identify and eliminate bottlenecks and waste (Lean/Six Sigma principles).
• Collaborate with operations, quality, and safety teams to ensure manufacturing processes meet product specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical oversight and troubleshooting support for production equipment and chemical handling systems.
• Support facility startup activities including equipment commissioning, qualification, and validation.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and applicable chemical safety regulations including PSM/RMP where required.
• Develop and deliver training programs for production staff on new processes, equipment, and safety protocols.
• Partner with leadership to build out the engineering function as the organization grows.
• Track and report key manufacturing KPIs; recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field required.
• 5-10 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial production environment.
• Hands-on experience with chemical processes, hazardous materials handling, or specialty chemical manufacturing strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with process design, plant layout, and equipment commissioning in a new or expanding facility.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies; certification a plus.
• Familiarity with OSHA PSM, EPA RMP, GHS/SDS requirements, and other applicable regulatory frameworks.
• Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently in a dynamic environment with evolving resources.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) for plant layout and process design.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP/MES systems a plus.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with greenfield or new facility launches is strongly preferred.
• Alignment with and ability to support an organizational culture centered on faith, family, work, and core values.
• Embrace and foster company values of Integrity, Excellence, People Chemistry, Golden Rule, Courage and Servant-Leadership

What's it like at King Technology?

Our culture is a result of our Mission, Vision, and Values. They are a way of life. Our employees live these out every day in small acts of kindness and overarching attitudes at every level of the company. You'll see people with Integrity. People with Courage. People who mirror our business values of Excellence, Servant-Leadership and Innovation, and enrich everyone's lives by adding their own uniqueness to our company's culture.