Manufacturing Engineer

Forgent Power Solutions Inc
  • Dayton, MN
    2 days ago

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    Description

    Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

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    Job Summary:

    We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who supports the development, improvement, and maintenance of manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role works closely with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams to optimize workflow, reduce waste, and solve technical problems.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Develop, improve, and document manufacturing processes.
    • Support production by troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
    • Analyze production data to identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased throughput.
    • Implement lean manufacturing practices and support continuous improvement projects.
    • Work with design and engineering teams to ensure products are manufacturable and cost-effective.
    • Specify, test, and support installation of new equipment and tools.
    • Create and update work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation.
    • Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
    • Train production staff on new processes, tools, or equipment.
    • Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    Required:

    • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
    • 3-5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience
    • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
    • Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
    • Understanding of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
    • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation
    • Strong communication and teamwork skills
    • Experience with ERP systems and basic data analysis

    Preferred:

    • Lean Six Sigma certification or similar training
    • Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts
    • Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects

    Skills and Competencies:

    • Process Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
    • Technical Problem-Solving & Root-Cause Analysis
    • CAD Proficiency (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.)
    • Data Analysis & Critical Thinking
    • Documentation & Process Standardization
    • Cross-Functional Collaboration
    • Communication & Training Skills
    • Project Management & Prioritization
    • Safety & Quality Focus
    • Continuous Improvement Mindset

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationDayton, MN

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • AutoCADunmatched
    • CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Softwareunmatched
    • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Corrective Actionunmatched
    • Cost Controlunmatched
    • Cross-Functionalunmatched
    • Data Analysisunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Documentation Standardsunmatched
    • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
    • Engineeringunmatched
    • Engineering Drawingunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Identify Issuesunmatched
    • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lean Manufacturingunmatched
    • Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Mechanical Engineeringunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Process Improvementunmatched
    • Production Supportunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Root Cause Analysisunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety Processunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Six Sigma Certificationunmatched
    • SolidWorksunmatched
    • Staff Trainingunmatched
    • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Technical Writingunmatched
    • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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