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Manufacturing Engineer

KURT

Minneapolis, MN

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$81,427–$108,569 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Assembly Equipment, Automation, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Conference Management, Die Casting, High School Diploma, Machine Tool, Machining Operations, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Process Management, Product Design, Product Documentation, Product Testing, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Simulation, Software Engineering, SolidWorks, Time Management
LOCATION
Minneapolis, MN
POSTED
1 day ago

At Kurt Die Casting our employee experience and vertical-manufacturing facility set us apart. We take pride in our employees and work to the highest standards, equipped with the tools, opportunities and technology to produce top-quality, complex aluminum and zinc die castings.

Take a virtual tour of our Die Cast Division by clicking here!

Job Summary

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, develops, and coordinates manufacturing processes.

Essential Functions

  • Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and components, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
  • Analyzes and plans production equipment utilization.
  • Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
  • Coordinates with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of materials or parts, and evaluates products / fixtures according to specifications and quality standards.
  • Sets machine sequence set-up and cycle times for the manufacture parts to customer requirement.
  • Use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) software for parametric modeling, simulation, analysis, and product documentation.
Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required
  • High School Diploma or equivalent GED
  • 2 years of related experience
  • Programming software experience
  • CAD experience
Preferred
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 4 years of related experience
  • SolidWorks / ESPRIT experience
  • Die Cast experience
Hours

7am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday

Compensation

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $81,427 to $108,569. The exact salary may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.

Physical Demand Factors

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee's individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating: Light work. Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time):
  • Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers
  • Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
The worker will occasionally (up to 1/3 of the time):
  • Reach by extending hands and arms
  • Handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands
  • Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral information
  • Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear
  • Adjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus
  • Identify and distinguish colors


100% employee owned, Kurt Die Casting is a division of Kurt Manufacturing and located near Minneapolis, MN. Employees at our die casting facility can gain experience in multiple areas of manufacturing including aluminum and zinc die casting, CNC machining, automation, and quality control. We have over 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space with the capacity and capability to service a diverse set of customers and industries. Kurt Die Casting features 20 CNC machining centers and 15 die casting machines ranging in size from 500 to 1,200 tons. Many of the castings we produce feature challenging designs that require secondary operations such as machining, finishing and assembly.

What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That's why we'll never settle for good enough. It's this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at employment@kurt.com to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.

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