Manufacturing Engineer

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and enhancing manufacturing processes to improve product quality, reduce waste, and optimize productivity. This role involves implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, selecting and modifying production tools, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the efficient and safe operation of manufacturing processes.

Job Title : Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and enhancing manufacturing processes to improve product quality, reduce waste, and optimize productivity. This role involves implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, selecting and modifying production tools, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the efficient and safe operation of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, develop, and enhance manufacturing processes to improve product quality, reduce waste, and optimize productivity.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to streamline production operations.
• Drive the implementation of capital projects, ensuring a strong return on investment.
• Select, design, and modify production tools, fixtures, and equipment for efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to minimize operational downtime.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and sales teams to develop and implement quality standards, inspection protocols, and corrective actions.
• Monitor product quality and process performance, identifying and eliminating root causes of defects.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Create, update, and maintain procedures for manufacturing processes.
• Support product development by collaborating with design engineering, procurement, and other teams to ensure manufacturability.
• Support prototyping and testing efforts, making necessary adjustments to manufacturing processes.
• Estimate time and cost for manufacturing processes and participate in cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and meet established performance criteria.
• Prepare and revise CAD drawings, including flat patterns and all necessary dimensions.
• Develop CAD drawings of piece parts, weldments, and entire machines.
• Review processes and procedures to improve employee safety.
• Evaluate and recommend pricing proposals utilizing the best available information.
• Perform research, design, and development of manufacturing processes, including production flow, assembly methods, and production equipment.
• Consult with customers and manage new product development timelines.
• Develop quality control plans to ensure part conformity.
• Support quality engineers with programming of CNC equipment for new product introduction.
• Enforce safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Proactively identify potential safety hazards and lead initiatives to eliminate risks.
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of processes, standards, and equipment modifications.
• Train production personnel in new processes and updated procedures.
• Write and implement work instructions, processes, and procedures for the production floor and department.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Work Environment

This position involves a mix of office and shop floor work. Occasional travel may be required to suppliers, vendors, and trade shows.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00 / yr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Owatonna,MN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@ for other accommodation options.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Business Consulting and Services

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