Manufacturing Engineer

Position: Manufacturing Engineer 2 or 3
Location: Winsted

NOW HIRING:
Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer 2 or 3 to join our Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) team! The Manufacturing Engineer 2 is responsible for the development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes and workflows. This role is focused on managing technical challenges, leading continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure product quality, process reliability, and operational efficiency.

The Manufacturing Engineer 3 is responsible for the strategic development, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes across multiple production areas. This role is focused on managing complex technical challenges, leading high-impact continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the achievement of product quality, process reliability, and operational efficiency.

Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineer 2 or 3

Location:

onsite in Winsted, MN

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000 per year (Exempt role)

(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)

Shift

Schedule:

1st shift Monday - Friday Business Hours

Shift Differential: 1st shift - N/A

As an Manufacturing Engineer 2, you will:

* Develop, modify, maintain, and standardize accurate multi-level Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) structures within the ERP system to ensure consistency, accuracy, and reliability

* Manage and oversee all change control processes to maintain part routing accuracy and ensure seamless production planning

* Create, update, and maintain manufacturing documentation, including process instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions

* Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements in all documentation and processes

* Optimize efficiency by evaluating and improving equipment layouts, workflow processes, assembly methods, and workforce utilization within the assigned area

* Lead the design, testing, and implementation of tooling, fixtures, and equipment to enhance production capabilities

* Provide support for new equipment installations, validations, and upgrades to meet production demands

* Determine the parts, equipment, and tools needed to achieve manufacturing goals according to product specifications through moderate to advanced technical abilities

* Diagnose and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime and ensure seamless operations through proactive maintenance strategies

* Leads long-term initiatives such as capital implementation projects aligned with business goals

* Respond to production problems and escalations where repeat failures or large business impacts are occurring

* Performs moderate to advanced engineering calculations

* Oversee resources, timelines, and technical requirements for medium sized projects of moderate scope, ensuring strategic objectives are met while driving continuous improvement

* Lead and actively contribute to continuous improvement projects aimed at reducing costs, improving quality, and enhancing production efficiency and safety

* Serve as a liaison between production and quality teams; addressing issues and providing technical support to operators, technicians and supervisors to ensure smooth operations

* Train and mentor operators and personnel on the use of new equipment, processes, and best practices to ensure a skilled and informed workforce

* Act as a resource for less experienced team members and assist in developing solutions for moderately complex challenges

In addition to what you would do as a level 2, a Manufacturing Engineer 3, you will:

* Lead the development, modification, and standardization of multi-level Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) structures within the ERP system, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and alignment with operational goals

* Oversee all change control processes related to part routing, ensuring precision and efficiency in production planning and workflow management

* Design, update, and maintain comprehensive manufacturing documentation, including process instructions, SOPs, work instructions, and other critical documents to standardize operations

* Lead efforts to continuously improve operational performance and identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance product throughput

* Analyze and determine the parts, equipment, and tools required to meet and exceed manufacturing goals while maintaining strict adherence to product specifications and quality standards

* Lead equipment proof of concept (POC) evaluations and oversee the coordination, testing, and execution of equipment installations and upgrades

* Validate equipment performance, ensuring that new technologies meet production goals and operational requirements

* Establish and define process capabilities, utilizing advanced data analysis and process…