Manufacturing Process Technician - Lean, CAD & Quality

States Manufacturing Corporation; Dayton, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/EEST

8 paid holidays each year

Health insurance with $100 individual/

Vision and Dental Insurance

401K

Life Insurance

STD

Job summary

States Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support the design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. You will work with engineers and production teams to ensure the successful production of high-quality products.

The role involves setup and maintenance of equipment, lean initiatives, and documentation of SOPs, with emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in the setup and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and systems.
• Support engineers in analyzing production processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles under the guidance of engineers to reduce waste and increase efficiency.
• Collaborate with production teams to ensure the 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 needed for production based on engineering specifications.
• Perform routine calibration of manufacturing equipment.
• Other tasks as needed by Manager.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication and teamwork

Reading engineering drawings

Safety awareness

Education

Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

States Manufacturing Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support the design, implementation, and optimization of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety. You will work with engineers and production teams to ensure the successful production of high-quality products.

The role involves setup and maintenance of equipment, lean initiatives, and documentation of SOPs, with emphasis on safety and continuous improvement.