Production Engineer

Tetra Pak; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Company credit card

Job summary

Tetra Pak in Minnesota is seeking a Production Engineer to work hands-on on the shop floor, collaborating with production teams to ensure smooth operations and drive process improvements.

The role includes leading manufacturing process optimization for existing machines, supporting projects, data stewardship and cross-functional collaboration, with travel up to 10% and no visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering – preferably Mechanical, Production or Industrial.
• Fluency in English; Spanish a plus.
• 0–1 year of production/manufacturing experience; internships count.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, tools and methods.
• CAD software proficiency to design jigs/fixtures and validate designs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; PowerBI a plus.
• Lean and Agile Manufacturing knowledge.
• Hands-on problem solving attitude and continuous learning mindset.
• You are work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Support production to ensure a smooth manufacturing process.
• Lead/participate in process optimization for existing machines and new products.
• Coordinate production quotations for nonstandard products with supply chain.
• Own master-data related to manufacturing processes and improve quality.
• Support engineering in projects to improve product manufacturing and capability.
• Assist cross-functional teams when specs or tolerances require improvement; manage training programs.
• Disseminate component manuals to production operators and conduct time/motion studies.
• Explore new technologies to counter losses and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

English fluency

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Hands-on manufacturing mindset

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Microsoft Office

PowerBI

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD/Inventor/SolidWorks

Job description

At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day.

And we need people like you to make it happen.

We empower you to reach your potential with opportunities to make an impact to be proud of – for food, people and the planet.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Production Engineer who thrives on being hands‑on in the manufacturing environment. Your primary responsibility will be to work closely with production teams on the shop floor, ensuring smooth operations, solving technical challenges, and driving continuous improvements in processes and equipment.

The position is based in Winsted, MN, reporting to the Industrial Engineering & World Class Management (WCM) Manager.

This role requires up to 10% travel, depending on business needs.

Tetra Pak is not sponsoring visas for this position.

What you will do

As a Production Engineer you will:

Support production in ensuring a smooth manufacturing process.

Lead and/or participate in Manufacturing Process Optimization for all existing machines in the production portfolio for the factory, new products under development and products under transfer in the factory Co-ordinate the production quotation process between supply chain functions and production for nonstandard products.

Take ownership of master-data (Quality control plans, workflow and routing, machine manufacturing manuals) related to manufacturing process and keep up to date and enhance quality.

Support Industrial engineers in projects (product development, core transfer, investment, development in manufacturing capability) as core team or extended team member by bringing his / her expertise to improve product manufacturing and increase process capability.

Support all manufacturing functions (production, quality, supplier mgmt., planning) and engineering every time product specs / tolerances / manufacturing process requires improvement and when issues appear.

Participate in developing training programs and competence development plans (e.g. welding academy) to enhance knowledge / competence and improve induction programs Support the APM Pillar and Autonomous Teams in implementing their Kaizen/Continuous Improvement ideas and other World Class Manufacturing activities.

Understand and disseminate component manuals to convey technical information to production operators.

Conduct time studies, motion studies, process mapping, value stream mapping, Single Event Analysis, etc. to identify losses in our manufacturing processes and in turn propose and execute the countermeasures.

Countermeasures can also be implemented by new cutting‑edge technologies.

We believe you have

Bachelor’s degree in engineering – preferably but not limited to Mechanical, Production and Industrial Engineering

Fluency in both written and spoken English. Spanish would be a plus.

0-1 years of working experience in a Production/Manufacturing Environment. Internships would count as experience too.

Knowledge of manufacturing techniques, tools and methods.

AutoCAD/Inventor/SolidWorks or any CAD Software proficiency to design jigs and fixtures and perform stress analysis to validate the design.

Proficient in Microsoft Office like Word, PowerPoint, Excel. PowerBI would be a plus.

Lean and Agile Manufacturing Techniques’ knowledge.

A positive attitude and continuous learning mindset with a hands‑on approach to solving problems.

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full‑time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The company cannot offer employment to F‑1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full‑time basis.

Pay Equity

Tetra Pak provides the following compensation range that in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations.

Ranges are determined by role, level and location. Within the range, individual pay is defined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This compensation range is based on a full‑time schedule. The estimate displayed is just one component of Tetra Pak’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards include annual performance bonus, competitive benefits, and work‑related allowances.

Annual Base Salary Range (ABS): $58,700.00– $75,500.00.

Short‑term Incentive/Bonus (Variable Pay): Eligible to performance incentive of 10% of ABS.

Benefits: 401k company match, paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, company credit card, and much more!

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

This job posting expires on October 5, 2026.

If you have any questions about your application, please contact Kaylyn Donelli.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.