Manufacturing Process Engineer II

Spectraforce Technologies; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Plymouth is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer II to enhance production processes and ensure product quality. The role involves problem-solving, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration to meet strategic goals. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of related work experience in manufacturing.
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Provides support for efficient operations in production.
• Analyzes and solves complex engineering problems.
• Mentors new engineers and employees.

Skills

Problem Solving

Leadership

Engineering Principles

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer II

Duration: 12 months

Location: Plymouth, MN 55442



Job Description

Provides support to the Manufacturing and product development organization to facilitate efficient operations within the production area, to optimize new and existing processes, and to ensure that production goals are met. Monitors and develops the performance of equipment, machines, and tools, and corrects equipment problems or process parameters that produce non-conforming products, low yields, or product quality issues. Interfaces with Quality and Research and Development organizations to integrate new products or processes into the existing and new manufacturing areas.



Core Job Responsibilities

Responsible for compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies and procedures.

• Initiates and completes technical activities leading to new or improved products or processes, for current programs, next generation programs, and to meet the strategic goals and objectives of the company. Prepares reports, publishes, and makes presentations to communicate findings.


• Analyzes and solves problems from basic engineering principles, theories, and concepts through to a wide range of complex and advanced problems that require novel and innovative approaches or a major breakthrough in technology.


• Understands engineering principles, theories, concepts, practices, and techniques. Develops knowledge in a field to become a recognized leader or authority in an area of specialization and applies this knowledge in leadership roles in the company.


• Incorporates business policies and procedures into task completion. Understands the business needs of the company and knows the customer needs of our business. Understands the business cycle and the foresight of emerging technologies trends.


• Cultivates an internal and external network of resources to complete tasks. Serves as a resource in the selection, orientation, and training of new engineers and employees. May lead a project team, determining goals and objectives for the project. Mentors employees by sharing technical expertise and providing feedback and guidance.


• Interacts cross-functionally and with internal and external customers. Serves as a consultant for engineering or scientific interpretations and advice on significant matters. Acts as a spokesperson to customers on the business unit's current and future capabilities.


• (Supervision Received) Work is closely supervised. Follows specific, detailed instructions

Position Accountability / Scope

• (Influence/Leadership) Begins developing a network of internal resources to facilitate completion of tasks. Individual influence is typically exerted at the peer level.


• (Planning/Organization) Completes daily work to meet established schedule with guidance from supervisor on prioritization of tasks.


• (Decision Making/Impact) May exercise authority within pre-established limits and approval. Failure to achieve results can normally be overcome without serious effect on schedules and programs.

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree plus 2-5+ years of related work experience with a basic understanding of the specified functional area, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Minimum Experience / Training Required:

• (Technical/Business Knowledge (Job Skills)) Basic technical knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures. Limited understanding of business unit/group function. Will perform this job in a quality system environment. Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.


• (Cognitive Skills) Learns to use professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve routine problems. Works on problems of limited scope. Minimal independent decision making.