Manufacturing Engineering Technician: Lean Process & SOP

Socket.dev; Dayton (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/EEST

8 paid holidays each year

$100 individual deductible and $300 $0

Paid Weekly

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

STD

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, quality, and safety. You will collaborate with engineers and production teams to ensure high-quality output.

The role requires an associate degree in a technical field, 1–3 years in manufacturing, CAD proficiency, and a hands-on approach to tooling, setup, calibration, and documentation.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in setup and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Support engineers in analyzing production processes to identify improvements.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Troubleshoot and resolve basic manufacturing issues.
• Conduct time and motion studies to optimize workflow.
• Assist in developing and maintaining process documentation and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Recommend or assist in designing tools and equipment based on specs.
• Perform routine calibration of manufacturing equipment.
• Other tasks as needed by Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Reading drawings

Manufacturing tools

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to assist in designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to boost efficiency, quality, and safety. You will collaborate with engineers and production teams to ensure high-quality output.

The role requires an associate degree in a technical field, 1–3 years in manufacturing, CAD proficiency, and a hands-on approach to tooling, setup, calibration, and documentation.