Manufacturing Engineer - Lean Process Improvement & NPI

Actalent; Owatonna (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, driving quality improvements and productivity gains on both existing lines and new product introductions.

The role emphasizes lean methods, capital projects, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to design for manufacturability, document procedures, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the shop floor and office environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, mechanical systems, and materials.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and optimize productivity.
• Lead and drive the implementation of capital projects, including return-on-investment analysis.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and sales teams to develop and implement quality standards, inspection protocols, and corrective actions.
• Monitor product quality and process performance, analyze data, and identify root causes of defects.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP/MRP/CRM systems

Job description

Actalent in Owatonna, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes, driving quality improvements and productivity gains on both existing lines and new product introductions.

The role emphasizes lean methods, capital projects, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to design for manufacturability, document procedures, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the shop floor and office environments.