Part-Time Manufacturing Engineer Technician: Lean & Layout

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

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.