Manufacturing Engineer

Polaris Inc; Roseau (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to establish cost-efficient production methods while ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

You will plan, coordinate, and document manufacturing processes, define tooling, and drive cost reduction across existing and new parts. The role requires 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience, strong organizational and leadership skills, and proficiency with PCs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical/ manufacturing/ industrial engineering.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills required.
• Proficiency with PCs.
• Understanding of SPC.
• Strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and implements cost-efficient methods for production while ensuring safety, quality and cost standards.
• Plans and coordinates activities to produce specified products and ensures schedule compliance.
• Develops and updates process documentation and procedure instructions.
• Defines tooling and fixturing; coordinates with tool designers for new tooling and fixtures.
• Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and standards to improve safety, quality, productivity and cost.
• Assists in development and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Reviews designs for cost reduction and quality improvements on parts.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Verbal & written

PC skills

SPC understanding

Project management

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for establishing and implementing the most cost efficient methods for production. Plans and coordinates the activities necessary to produce specified products within safety, quality and cost standards. Also ensures schedule compliance.

• Develops and updates process documentation and procedure instruction.
• Conducts direct labor studies using acceptable engineering practices and establishes standards on operations, set up and work station layout.
• Defines tooling and fixturing used in the manufacturing process. Coordinates with tool designers to specify or procure new tooling, fixtures and ideas and fixtures.
• Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and standards. Provides solution to problems that adversely affect operator safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Conducts direct labor studies using acceptable engineering practices and establishes standards on operations, set up, and work station layout.
• Identifies areas of unnecessary cost. Researches methods and procedures for cost reduction, work cell development and material flow improvement.
• Assists in development and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Reviews preliminary designs, making recommendations to reduce costs and improve manufacturing and quality on new or existing parts.
• Develops detailed, complete and accurate capital equipment studies and makes appropriate recommendations for capital expenditures.
• Assists in preparation of departmental budget including material, manpower, equipment and outside procurement costs, and operates within approved parameters.
• Reviews and evaluates cost pertaining to make vs. buy decisions and new product development.
• Process purchase requisitions and records as required.
• Team members are expected to work wherever needed based on training.
• Work in safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area.
• Complete company provided training.
• Participate in PCI process.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3-5 years of Mfg. Engineering experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills required
• Proficiency with PC’s.
• Understanding of SPC.
• Strong Project Management skills.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $75,000 to $99,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris’ high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or [e-mail]. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).