Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Fastenal Co.; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution

Job summary

Fastenal Co. in Wallingford, CT is seeking a part-time Manufacturing Engineer Technician to support engineering, quality, heat treat and customer service with LEAN-driven improvements and tooling development.

You will assist with facility layouts, process optimizations and continuous improvement projects while maintaining strong communication to meet production needs. The role runs MON–FRI 7:00am–4:30pm with up to 28 hours/week.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Pursuing or holding a degree in engineering, mechatronics or CNC.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Demonstrate problem solving and deductive reasoning skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement.
• Pass the required drug screen (US, Puerto Rico and Guam).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting manufacturing processes, machinery, tooling and gaging.
• Provide recommendations for better operational methods to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Assist with manufacturing facility layout using LEAN principles.
• Promote and implement continuous improvement programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Math aptitude

Problem solving

Independent and team work

Education

Engineering / Mechatronics / CNC degree

Tools

CAD (Solidworks/AutoDesk, Inventor)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details - Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Job ID 640863

Title Manufacturing Engineer Technician

Type Part-time

Location Wallingford, CT06492

Departments Quality/Engineering

Date Published November 2, 2026

End Date 11-13-2026

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer Technician

61 Barnes Industrial Park North, Wallingford, CT 06492

CT180 Manufacturing Facility

Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 7:00am - 4:30pm

Up to 28 hours/week

OVERVIEW

Working as Part-time Manufacturing Engineer Technician, you will provide technical assistance to the engineering team regarding manufacturing, quality, heat treat, engineering and customer service departments. You will work with a variety of projects including, preparation for future facility layouts, manufacturing process improvements and creation of tooling and equipment for our various manufacturing processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshooting manufacturing processes, machinery, tooling and gaging
• Providing effective recommendations for the improvement of operational methods to reduce manufacturing costs and improve product quality
• Assisting with manufacturing facility layout using LEAN manufacturing principles
• Promoting and implementing continuous improvement programs

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Possess or are working towards a degree in engineering, mechatronics or CNC
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite
• Highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing abilities
• Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail and sense of urgency
• Exhibit strong problem solving, deductive reasoning and decision making skills
• Exhibit strong orientation toward continuous improvement
• Learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast paced environment
• Work independently as well as in a team environment
• Demonstrate our core values of ambition, innovation, integrity and teamwork
• Pass the required drug screen (applicable in the US, Puerto Rico and Guam ONLY)

PREFERRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experiencing using CAD (Solidworks/AutoDesk, Inventor)
• Experience using LEAN manufacturing principles
• Previous experience with manufacturing facility layout

ABOUT US

Since 1967 Fastenal has grown as a distributor of industrial and construction supplies from a single branch to a Fortune 500 company with over 3,000 servicing locations, each providing tailored local inventory and personal service for our customers. As we've expanded across the world, we've retained a core belief in people and their ability to accomplish remarkable things - if given the opportunity. From this philosophy stems an entrepreneurial culture that challenges every employee to run their own business, create their own success, and advance to become company leaders.

As a growth company with a solid financial position, we are committed to training, promoting from within, and creating opportunities for our employees. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and are looking to make your mark as part of an elite growth company, you won't find a better fit than Fastenal.

PART-TIME BENEFIT

• Fastenal offers a 401(k) with an employer contribution.

COMPENSATION

The base pay range for this position is $22/hr -30/hr. In addition to base pay, this position is also eligible for a bonus and/or commission.