Lean CAD Technician - Manufacturing Process Specialist

States Manufacturing; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

States Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and safe production. You will work closely with engineers and production teams to keep operations running smoothly.

You will set up equipment, review processes for improvements, apply lean methods, and help document SOPs while prioritizing safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in mechanical/industrial engineering.
• 1–3 years in manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain manufacturing equipment.
• Assist engineers in process reviews and improvements.
• Apply lean methods to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
• Ensure new products are manufacturable.
• Troubleshoot basic production issues.
• Create and update process documentation and SOPs.

Skills

CAD Proficiency

Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Time Management

Communication

Attention to Detail

Safety Focus

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

States Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes, ensuring efficient, high-quality, and safe production. You will work closely with engineers and production teams to keep operations running smoothly.

You will set up equipment, review processes for improvements, apply lean methods, and help document SOPs while prioritizing safety and quality standards in a fast-paced environment.