Manufacturing Engineer II

Forgent Power
  • Dayton, MN
  • $95,000–$110,000 Per Year
5 days ago

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Job Summary:

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II 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.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5 - 7+ 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

Benefits:

  • PTO/ESST
  • Paid holidays
  • $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
  • Paid Weekly
  • Vision and Dental Insurance
  • 401K / Life Insurance / STD

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Salary Description

$95,000 - $110,000

Numbers & Facts

LocationDayton, MN
Salary$95,000–$110,000 Per Year

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
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Documentationunmatched
  • Documentation Standardsunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Engineering Drawingunmatched
  • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
  • Identify Issuesunmatched
  • Industrial Engineeringunmatched
  • Insuranceunmatched
  • 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
  • Vision Planunmatched

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