Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. This role involves creating detailed work instructions and visual aids for product assembly, ensuring quality standards, and driving process improvements. You will collaborate closely with production operators and technicians to optimize manufacturing processes and support various regulated environments. Responsibilities + Create detailed work instructions and visual aids for product assembly. + Interface with production operators and technicians to establish manufacturing standards and methods for inspection, testing, and product qualification. + Interpret technical documentation related to product manufacturing and acceptability, such as schematics, engineering drawings, customer-controlled specifications, and military/industry standards. + Support the implementation of all key matrices and present data/information to department operations. + Monitor trends in quality data (yields, defects per million, scrap, CARs) and execute corrective actions. + Identify continual improvement opportunities in response to product and process failures. + Drive the optimization of process efficiency and effectiveness through collaboration with production operators, supervisors, and technicians by utilizing effective root cause and corrective action analysis. Essential Skills + Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline preferred. + 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering-related role. + Proficiency in manufacturing engineering principles. + Experience with root cause analysis, process improvement, manufacturing process, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing. + Proficiency in Solidworks. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or related field preferred. + Experience in a mid-size company environment. + Interest in working within quality and other departments. + Capability to support regulated environments such as government, aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial. Work Environment The role reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and involves working within a group of engineers and technicians. Our company is a leader in connectors and cables for fiber optics, supporting regulated environments such as government, aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial sectors. The company promotes from within and offers a tuition reimbursement program once direct with the organization. Candidates must be US citizens as no visa or sponsorship is available. The position is based in a local mid-size company in Waseca, and the industry and product lines are currently experiencing significant growth. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $70000.00/yr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Owatonna,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. 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