Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Location: Maple Grove, MN, USA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the manufacturing engineering and maintenance teams.

• Oversee manufacturing processes, tooling, plant layout, and process improvements.

• Support new product introductions and ensure manufacturing readiness.

• Drive continuous improvement to improve quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing issues.

• Identify opportunities for automation and manufacturing technology improvements.

• Manage capital equipment projects and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

• Ensure manufacturing processes meet safety and quality requirements.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.

• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, including 3+ years in a leadership role.

• Experience leading new product introduction from design through production.

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement.

• Experience with manufacturing processes, tooling, and production documentation.

• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and CAD/CAM software.

• Proven ability to lead and develop technical teams.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in HVAC, thermal management, industrial cooling, or similar equipment manufacturing.

• Knowledge of pressure vessel or refrigerant-related manufacturing standards.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.

• Experience with automation, robotics, MES, or Industry 4.0.

• Multi-site manufacturing or plant start-up experience.

• Experience in a growing or scaling manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) with company matching.

• Paid time off, holidays, and floating holidays.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care plans.

• Annual safety shoe allowance.

• Education assistance program.

• Company-sponsored events.

Ask for: Mandy

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