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Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Racine Metal-Fab Ltd.

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Milwaukee, WI
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Job Description

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Job Overview:

At MPE, we're dedicated to making a difference in the world through cutting-edge medical technology. Our mission is to be the global leader in design, engineering, and manufacturing solutions for the medical and technology industries — creating impactful solutions that improve lives, and fostering an environment where our team members can thrive, grow, and contribute to groundbreaking advancements in the medical field.

A better career for you. Creating medical technology for all.

Why This Role

If you've spent time on the assembly floor and you're ready for the next step up — this is it. As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician, you'll move from executing the process to helping shape it — working side-by-side with our Manufacturing and Process Engineers to troubleshoot problems, improve how things get built, and support the assembly team at a higher level.

If you're mechanically sharp, know your way around a production line, and want to grow beyond hands-on assembly into process improvement and engineering support, we want to hear from you. (Medical device manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required — we'll teach you the industry if you bring the aptitude.)

What You'll Do

Floor Support & Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshoot issues with prototypes, production assemblies, equipment, and tooling directly on the production floor
  • Be a go-to technical resource the assembly team can count on when something isn't working right

Process Improvement

  • Help engineers develop, sustain, and improve manufacturing processes
  • Support line setup, optimization, and reorganization from Gemba walks and productivity initiatives
  • Assist with prototype builds, line validations, and process trials

Documentation & Systems

  • Collect and document data from process improvements and production trials
  • Help maintain accurate BOMs, routings, and work instructions in our ERP system

Continuous Improvement & Mentorship

  • Participate in root cause investigations and help implement corrective actions
  • Support training so the team stays consistent with work instructions and procedures

What You Bring

  • Associate's degree in engineering/technology, or equivalent hands-on experience with strong mechanical aptitude
  • 2+ years in a manufacturing environment — assembly operations, mechanical systems, and hands-on process support
  • Comfort reading engineering drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing documentation
  • Familiarity with measurement devices, hand/power tools, and testing equipment
  • CAD experience (SolidWorks, ProE, AutoCAD) a plus, not required
  • ERP experience a plus, not required
  • A problem-solver's mindset — you notice what's not working and want to help fix it

Physical and Mental Demands

  • Frequent prolonged standing and sitting standing and walking in office, manufacturing, warehouse, or operational environments.
  • Occasional bending, reaching, climbing stairs, and light lifting (up to 40 lbs., if applicable).
  • Visual acuity to review data, analyze reports, and observe operational processes, with color perception required.
  • Will be engaged in frequent problem-solving to evaluate complex processes and identify root causes.
  • Ability to interpret data, metrics to help drive decisions.
  • High level of attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and receive and provide instructions in a positive manner.
  • Willing to work across all locations and shifts to ensure continuous support for projects and production as needed.
  • Flexible to change and possess a high degree level of integrity and “can do attitude”.

 The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Why Work With MPE?

  • Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance starting the first of the month after your hire date
  • 401(k) match and profit sharing
  • Vacation time from day one
  • 9 paid holidays for regular full-time employees
  • Paid training