Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
Coon Rapids, MN | Direct-Hire | $110,000 – $140,000 | 100% Onsite
Konik is partnering with a local manufacturing client who is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead the development of new products, enhance existing manufacturing processes, and drive efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role is pivotal in bridging product design with production, ensuring seamless transitions from prototype to full-scale manufacturing while upholding regulatory compliance and industry standards.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities:

• New Product Integration: Oversee and execute the seamless introduction of new products, ensuring manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and adherence to quality standards from initial concept through mass production.
• Process Optimization: Continuously assess and refine manufacturing workflows, incorporating lean principles and automation to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and maintain consistent product quality.
• Quality Enhancement: Establish and enforce quality assurance measures, ensuring compliance with customer expectations, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Implement strategies for cost savings, including material optimization, supplier collaboration, and process streamlining, to achieve production efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with design engineers, quality assurance teams, production staff, and external vendors to develop scalable solutions that align with business growth objectives.
• Manufacturing Innovation: Utilize expertise in mechanical engineering and manufacturing techniques to develop and refine assembly processes, tooling, and equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Production Process Management: Lead the creation, validation, and continuous improvement of assembly workflows, ensuring scalability, repeatability, and cost control.
• Develop, document, and implement engineering processes, tooling, and production workflows for newly introduced products.
• Participate in design reviews, contributing insights on manufacturability, cost-efficiency, and production feasibility.
• Conduct manufacturing workflow analysis to enhance floor layout, space utilization, fixture requirements, and efficiency.
• Investigate and resolve production challenges, leveraging root cause analysis to improve performance and minimize defects.
• Research and integrate new technologies, automation solutions, and process enhancements to elevate throughput and safety.
• Establish and maintain robust quality control protocols to ensure compliance with safety, industry, and legal standards.
• Prepare comprehensive technical reports, supplier documentation, and customer-facing materials as needed.
• Manage engineering change orders (ECOs) and lead process improvement initiatives to optimize production.
• Develop work instructions, training materials, and procedural documentation for assembly, inspection, and packaging.

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing methodologies, process optimization, and quality control systems.
• Proven track record of successfully launching new products and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience driving cost-reduction strategies while maintaining quality and operational excellence.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, ERP/MRP systems, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities to drive initiatives from concept to completion.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, continuously seeking ways to improve processes and reduce inefficiencies.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and their application in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401k
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

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Konik has been creating impactful relationships between technical talent and employers for more than 50 years. Konik has specialized in placing professional, qualified personnel in Minnesota and western Wisconsin businesses since its inception, and maintains a strong commitment to customer service.

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