Engineering Technician I

Yoh Services LLC; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 40,768 - 58,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life & Disability Insurance

MetLife Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K Retirement Savings Plan

Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll

Referral Bonus Programs

Certification and training

Job summary

Yoh is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support medical device manufacturing. You will assist in improving processes, maintain production systems, and help with equipment validation and Lean initiatives.

The role requires a technical degree, electronics background, and experience in regulated environments. You will collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and IT to troubleshoot issues, develop tooling, read schematics, and maintain documentation.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related technical field; equivalent combo considered.
• Experience in medical device manufacturing or highly regulated environment preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing engineering, production, or process improvement initiatives.
• Background in electronics and electronic test equipment; troubleshooting skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience developing and executing test plans and documenting results.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and collaboration across departments.
• Self-motivated with continuous improvement mindset; detail-oriented.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing engineers in improving production processes and equipment performance.
• Generate, update, and maintain equipment maintenance procedures and documentation.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing and test equipment.
• Troubleshoot process, material, and equipment issues to minimize downtime.
• Develop, assemble, procure, or modify tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment.
• Read and interpret schematics, drawings, and process sheets to troubleshoot equipment.
• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, validation, and process improvements.
• Perform testing, collect data, and prepare technical reports with guidance.
• Conduct time studies and analyze workflows to identify Lean improvements.
• Assist with failure analysis and root cause investigations.
• Provide on-site IT equipment/software support; coordinate with IT.
• Train manufacturing personnel on new products, equipment, tooling, and revisions.
• Maintain compliance with FDA/ISO quality systems.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Equipment maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Documentation

Process improvement

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Yoh is hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Technician for our medical device manufacturing client. In this role, you will support manufacturing operations by partnering with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Corporate IT to improve manufacturing processes, troubleshoot equipment, maintain production systems, and implement continuous improvement initiatives. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician will assist with equipment validation, process improvements, Lean manufacturing activities, fixture development, and technical support in a regulated medical device environment.

Key Information

• Industry: Medical Device Manufacturing
• Location: Onsite
• Compensation: Competitive; based upon experience
• Type: Contract / Contract-to-Hire / Direct Hire (based on client need)
• Estimated Min Rate: $40,768.00
• Estimated Max Rate: $58,240.00

Job Functions

• Support manufacturing engineers in improving production processes, equipment performance, and manufacturing efficiency.
• Generate, update, and maintain equipment maintenance procedures and documentation.
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing and test equipment.
• Troubleshoot process, material, and equipment issues to minimize downtime and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop, assemble, procure, or modify tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to support efficient production.
• Read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process sheets, and technical documentation to troubleshoot equipment and perform testing.
• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, validation, and process improvements to increase productivity.
• Perform testing, collect data, and prepare technical reports with guidance from Manufacturing Engineering.
• Conduct time studies and analyze manufacturing workflows to identify opportunities for Lean process improvements.
• Assist with failure analysis, root cause investigations, troubleshooting, and repair of nonconforming products.
• Support analytical laboratory testing as required.
• Train manufacturing personnel on new products, equipment, tooling, and process revisions.
• Provide on-site technical support for IT equipment and software while working closely with the Corporate IT department.
• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues for local personnel and coordinate with Corporate IT on system support.
• Maintain compliance with company quality systems, policies, procedures, FDA regulations, and ISO standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Education & Experience

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or a related technical field; equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in medical device manufacturing (FDA/ISO 13485) or another highly regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience supporting manufacturing engineering, production, or process improvement initiatives.
• Background in electronics, electronic test equipment, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience developing and executing test plans and documenting results.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet project deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments.
• Self‑motivated with a continuous improvement mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)
• MetLife Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit & weekly epayroll
• Referral Bonus Programs
• Certification and training opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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