Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Central States, Inc.; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ESST

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Weekly pay

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K / Life Insurance / STD

Job summary

Central States, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead design, implementation, and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure efficient, high-quality production.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, data analysis, and continuous improvement across manufacturing lines, with a focus on cost reduction and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical engineering or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 7–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience with strong process development skills.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methods.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and project management.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement efforts to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Provide technical guidance to the manufacturing team to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Review and analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure products are easy to manufacture.
• Select, test, and implement new equipment and technologies.
• Ensure all processes meet safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage projects related to new processes, equipment, or technological improvements.
• Create and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Advanced Process Engineering

Technical Problem-Solving

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Leadership & Mentorship

Data Analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location

Department: Operations

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Job Type

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer who is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes. This role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient production of high-quality products.

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer who is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes. This role involves providing technical leadership, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient production of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement efforts to reduce waste and improve quality.
• Provide technical guidance to the manufacturing team to increase productivity and reduce costs.
• Review and analyze production data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Partner with design, engineering, and operations teams to ensure products are easy to manufacture.
• Select, test, and implement new equipment and technologies.
• Ensure all processes meet safety, regulatory, and quality requirements.
• Train and mentor junior engineers and technicians.
• Manage projects related to new processes, equipment, or technological improvements.
• Create and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience
• 7-10 years of manufacturing engineering experience with strong process development skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methods
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Experience with ERP systems and project management

Preferred

• Experience with automation and advanced manufacturing technologies
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 tools and concepts
• Lean Six Sigma certification or similar credentials

Skills And Competencies

• Advanced Process Engineering & Optimization
• Technical Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• Project Management & Execution
• Leadership & Mentorship
• Data Analysis & Root-Cause Investigation
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• Attention to Detail & Documentation Accuracy
• Adaptability & Innovation Mindset
• Safety & Quality Focus

Benefits

• PTO/ESST
• Paid holidays
• $100 individual deductible and $300 family deductible health insurance
• Paid Weekly
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• 401K / Life Insurance / STD