Manufacturing Engineer

Lancesoft; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft in Plymouth, MN seeks an entry-level Continuous Improvement Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing optimization in a medical device environment. The role requires Lean problem-solving, on-floor engagement, and collaboration with operations leadership.

Responsibilities include analyzing processes, leading Kaizen events, and driving data-driven improvements across safety, quality, and delivery. Local onsite interview required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field required or preferred.
• 0–2 years in manufacturing, operations, IE, or continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, problem-solving, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focusing on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, material flow, labor utilization, capacity, and performance metrics.
• Perform root cause analysis, propose recommendations, and assist with corrective actions.
• Facilitate Lean activities including 5S, visual management, standard work, and Kaizen events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve site-to-site consistency and dashboards.
• Support facility design, layout optimization, and material flow improvements.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer/Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Plymouth, MN – 55442

Duration: 12 Months

Local candidates are required who can take onsite interview

Description:

Position Summary

Entry-level role designed for recent graduates seeking hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and continuous improvement. This role supports operational excellence and manufacturing optimization within a medical device environment. Success requires collaboration, analytical thinking, and Lean problem-solving, with regular engagement on the production floor. The candidate will partner with operations leadership and employees to support business excellence initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives KPI's focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, material flow, labor utilization, capacity, and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities and support data-driven decisions.
• Conduct root cause analysis, develop recommendations, and support implementation of corrective actions.
• Facilitate Lean activities including 5S, visual management, standard work, and Kaizen events.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve site-to-site consistency, performance dashboards, process documentation, and change management initiatives.
• Support facility design, layout optimization, and material flow improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, structured problem-solving methodologies, and data analysis.
• Self-motivated, quick learner with strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.