Analysis Skills, Cleanroom, Communication Skills, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Establish Priorities, Identify Issues, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Multitasking, Operational Support, Operations, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Implementation, Process Improvement, Production Support, Production Systems, Quality Metrics, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Training, Team Player
Role: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Minnetonka, MN 55345
Duration: 8 Months
Shift: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Job Summary
We are seeking an early-career Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with operators, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
This role is well-suited for fresh graduates or candidates with up to 5 years of experience, including internship, co-op, or hands-on manufacturing exposure.
Key Responsibilities- Support daily manufacturing operations on the production floor.
- Spend approximately 60% of the time on the manufacturing floor in a gowned/cleanroom environment.
- Troubleshoot production, process, and equipment-related issues.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with operators, technicians, engineers, and cross-functional teams.
- Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and production continuity.
- Monitor manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Prioritize multiple tasks and respond quickly to production needs.
- Ensure adherence to manufacturing procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements.
- Support a dynamic production environment while maintaining ownership and accountability.
Required Skills- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Solid problem-solving and root cause analysis abilities.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- Ability to prioritize tasks on the production floor.
- Strong technical foundation and willingness to learn.
- High ownership, accountability, and adaptability.