Manufacturing Engineering Technician

States Manufacturing Corporation; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

States Manufacturing Corporation in Dayton, MN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, and safety.

You will work with engineers and production teams, apply lean practices, perform time studies, document processes, calibrate equipment, and help design tools as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in mechanical/industrial engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up and maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Support engineers in reviewing processes and identifying improvements.
• Apply lean manufacturing practices to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
• Work with production teams to ensure new products can be manufactured effectively.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic production issues.
• Perform time and motion studies to improve workflow.
• Help create and update process documentation and SOPs.
• Ensure processes follow safety and quality standards.
• Assist in designing tools or equipment based on engineering needs.
• Complete routine equipment calibration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing experience (1-3 years)

CAD Proficiency

Lean manufacturing

Reading engineering drawings

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Safety & quality focus

Initiative & learning

Education

Associate degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician who helps support, improve, and maintain manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, high-quality, and safe production. This role works closely with engineers and production teams to keep operations running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with setting up and maintaining manufacturing equipment.
• Support engineers in reviewing processes and identifying improvements.
• Apply lean manufacturing practices to reduce waste and boost efficiency.
• Work with production teams to ensure new products can be manufactured effectively.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic production issues.
• Perform time and motion studies to improve workflow.
• Help create and update process documentation and SOPs.
• Ensure processes follow safety and quality standards.
• Assist in designing tools or equipment based on engineering needs.
• Complete routine equipment calibration.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience
• 1-3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles
• Good communication and teamwork abilities
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing tools and equipment
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing safety and quality standards

Preferred:

• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Experience troubleshooting and maintaining manufacturing equipment

Skills and Competencies:

• Technical Aptitude & Equipment Understanding
• Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• CAD Proficiency (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Process Documentation & Accuracy
• Time Management & Prioritization
• Communication & Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Safety & Quality Focus
• Initiative & Willingness to Learn