Lean Manufacturing Technician & Process Improvement

NCSL International; Dayton, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/EEST

8 paid holidays each year

Health insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

STD

Job summary

NCSL International is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician in Dayton, MN to support design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes. You will work with engineers and production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and safety across production lines.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 1–3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Basic familiarity with safety and quality standards in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Support engineers in analyzing production processes to find improvements.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize workflow.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Assist in designing tools and equipment per engineering specs.
• Perform routine calibration of manufacturing equipment.
• Take on other tasks as needed by the Manager.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Reading drawings

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Associate's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

NCSL International is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician in Dayton, MN to support design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes. You will work with engineers and production teams to improve efficiency, quality, and safety across production lines.

The role requires 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes and safety standards.