Fastener Engineer Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Process Engineer with a strong background in process design and production optimization. This role is responsible for improving manufacturing efficiency through data analysis, workflow optimization, and the application of Lean manufacturing principles to drive measurable gains in quality, cost, throughput, and OEE.

The Process Engineer will lead and support cross-functional teams in continuous improvement initiatives, capital projects, and new product introductions. This position provides hands-on technical support across all areas of production, including troubleshooting vision systems, capacity planning, and optimizing manufacturing processes throughout the facility.

Success in this role requires a strong ability to analyze data, identify and prioritize improvement opportunities, and implement sustainable solutions that enhance operational performance. The individual will play a key role in maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This position reports directly to the Engineering Supervisor.

Company Overview

ITW Description:

ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 300 global multi-industrial manufacturing leader with revenue of $16 billion in 2025. The company’s seven industry-leading segments leverage the unique ITW Business Model to drive solid growth with best-in-class margins and returns in markets where highly innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW’s approximately 43,000 dedicated colleagues around the world thrive in the company’s decentralized and entrepreneurial culture.

StampTech Fasteners TM Division Description:

The ITW StampTech Fastener TM Division serves the major OEMs and Tier suppliers in the North American automotive market.  The division supplies stamped metal fasteners and engineered fastener assemblies that leverage our deep-draw stamping technologies.  The annual revenue for the division is approximately $160M.  Locations include Gallatin, TN, Portland, TN, Lexington, KY & Naugatuck, CT.  

The Division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering.  In addition to ITW’s leading industry research and development capabilities, StampTech Fasteners TM enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America, exchanging product, process, and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide and continually improving processes, material, and designs to ensure every product provides value and meets customer expectations.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Applying knowledge of process design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Optimize production processes to deliver cost savings, improve quality, and support new product introduction.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, reviewing production schedules, estimating future requirements.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods, equipment and maintained quality.
• Utilization of lean techniques to reduce waste and improve productivity. Lead production & Engineering team on continuous improvement projects.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing operations, quality, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare product and process reports by analyzing information and trends.
• Prepare capacity reports with data analyzation and submit capital expenditure requests, including cost analysis and justification including anticipated ROI schedule.
• Utilizes problem-solving tools in various situations, including root cause analysis, flowcharts, and fishbone diagrams.
• Evaluate and improve processes in manufacturing systems. Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Track and monitor process and spend a large amount of time on the floor during all operational hours with a deep understanding of each area.
• Plan, co-ordinate, lead, and participate with various multi-disciplined teams addressing objectives associated with the stamping process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap and rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitments to optimize a profitable operation.
• Conduct appropriate training, as needed by other personnel about procedures, processes, and equipment.
• Setup & Troubleshoot vision systems (Keyence & Cognex) as needed on floor.
• Lead OEE improvement activities with support of operations team & Administrate Vorne OEE System for data analysis purposes.
• Develop standardized work instruction, setup procedures and support documentation.
• Comply with all environmentally safe practices and regulations.
• Perform other duties as required.

ITW Culture & Leadership Expectations

• Exemplify and embody the ITW Leadership expectations
• Able to thrive and collaborate in a decentralized and entrepreneurial culture
• Functions with a high level of accountability and ownership to achieve personal and company performance
• Able to communicate with clarity and simplicity using forms of communication
• Exemplifies a strategic-thinking approach and process to program management
• Able to make strategic decisions and use critical thinking and analytical approaches when weighing options.
• Nurturing an environment consistent with the ITW values and culture
• Commitment to foster an environment of Diversity and Inclusion
• Outcome driven and applied the 80/20 principles to prioritize work demands
• This position requires a high level of leadership experience and emotional intelligence
• Able to maintain strict confidentiality

Position Skills and Experience Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or related area.
• Previous 2-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Previous one year of experience working with CAD preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency with computers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to persuade others to change existing practices
• Strong attention to detail & ability to manage projects
• Proven ability to identify, assess and solve problems

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.