Manufacturing Process Engineer

Metal Craft

Elk River, MNOn-siteFull time

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Pay: $83.3K to $114.6K; a year
Location: Elk River, MN
Work style: On-site
Job type: Full time
Posted: Oct 24; 8 days ago

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Metal Craft

Aviation & aerospace · 201 to 500 employees

METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company. Our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries.

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What you'll do

Develop and maintain cost effective manufacturing processes and procedures from customer drawings specifications and part models ensuring conformance to customer requirements and quality.
Assist other departments by providing ongoing technical support of projects including manufacturability.
Develop estimates to achieve the lowest cost and ensure the shortest lead time while maintaining a high level of quality.
Coordinate activities of assigned projects including support of the MRB process, RCA (Root Cause Analysis), operations, quality and problem-solving manufacturing process issues.
Provide recommendations for equipment, fixtures, tooling and automation equipment as necessary to produce products and assemblies.
Establish detailed manufacturing procedures into the M1 ERP system and maintain key elements including part structure and routings.
Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing process and company.
Develop and maintain the appropriate documentation for projects, parts, fixtures, tooling and assemblies,
including engineering and manufacturing process changes.
Attend and participate in organizational meetings within the company and customers when appropriate.
Review customer supplied and internal documents & models for contractual requirements and manufacturability and work to determine the proposed course of action to satisfy each contract.
Research and analyze materials, tools, fixtures and processes required to manufacture product in the most efficient manner.
Support the development and definition of new processes, with the approval of management, and demonstrated
ROI.
Create accurate and complete process drawings and documents in a timely manner that effectively communicate process specific requirements and procedures that comply with Industry and customer requirements while mitigating potential failure modes.
Collaborate with Production and Quality, as appropriate, to identify, propose, plan and implement process refinements and enhancements.
Provide troubleshooting support for production related activities in area of expertise.
Offer training support to individuals in areas of expertise.
Provide written and/or verbal technical support and training, to internal departments, suppliers and customers.
Provide technical support during audits, as necessary.
Share technical knowledge with the Engineering/Estimating team while gained during the execution and implementation of projects, research activities, or customer involvement.

What you need

Develop and maintain cost effective manufacturing processes and procedures from customer drawings specifications and part models ensuring conformance to customer requirements and quality.
Assist other departments by providing ongoing technical support of projects including manufacturability.
Develop estimates to achieve the lowest cost and ensure the shortest lead time while maintaining a high level of quality.
Coordinate activities of assigned projects including support of the MRB process, RCA (Root Cause Analysis), operations, quality and problem-solving manufacturing process issues.
Provide recommendations for equipment, fixtures, tooling and automation equipment as necessary to produce products and assemblies.
Establish detailed manufacturing procedures into the M1 ERP system and maintain key elements including part structure and routings.
Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing process and company.
Develop and maintain the appropriate documentation for projects, parts, fixtures, tooling and assemblies,
including engineering and manufacturing process changes.
Attend and participate in organizational meetings within the company and customers when appropriate.
Review customer supplied and internal documents & models for contractual requirements and manufacturability and work to determine the proposed course of action to satisfy each contract.
Research and analyze materials, tools, fixtures and processes required to manufacture product in the most efficient manner.
Support the development and definition of new processes, with the approval of management, and demonstrated
ROI.
Create accurate and complete process drawings and documents in a timely manner that effectively communicate process specific requirements and procedures that comply with Industry and customer requirements while mitigating potential failure modes.
Collaborate with Production and Quality, as appropriate, to identify, propose, plan and implement process refinements and enhancements.
Provide troubleshooting support for production related activities in area of expertise.
Offer training support to individuals in areas of expertise.
Provide written and/or verbal technical support and training, to internal departments, suppliers and customers.
Provide technical support during audits, as necessary.
Share technical knowledge with the Engineering/Estimating team while gained during the execution and implementation of projects, research activities, or customer involvement.
Education: an associate degree or a bachelor's degree

Key skills

CNC machining centers5axis millsSwissMill turnsLatheMicrosoft Office ProductsSolidworksCADGD&Ttechnical writingmanufacturing processes

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Perks

Health
Dental
Vision
401K
profit sharing
holiday pay
PTO

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The posted range reflects market-based pay. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and related qualifications. METAL CRAFT, located in Elk River, MN is a precision machining company. Our company mission is to provide custom precision manufacturing and innovative services to medical, aviation, space, defense, and emerging high-tech industries. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Manufacturing Process Engineer to help optimize manufacturing processes, improve product quality, and drive operational efficiency. We are a contract manufacture with multiple CNC machining platforms. In this role, you will develop and implement effective manufacturing methods that support the production of high-quality products while maximizing productivity and minimizing waste. You will identify, evaluate, and implement innovative methods to improve manufacturing techniques, processes, and procedures across all phases of production. Through the application of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives, you will help enhance product quality, streamline operations, and ensure we consistently deliver exceptional products to our customers. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and maintain cost effective manufacturing processes and procedures from customer drawings specifications and part models ensuring conformance to customer requirements and quality. Assist other departments by providing ongoing technical support of projects including manufacturability. Develop estimates to achieve the lowest cost and ensure the shortest lead time while maintaining a high level of quality. Coordinate activities of assigned projects including support of the MRB process, RCA (Root Cause Analysis), operations, quality and problem-solving manufacturing process issues. Provide recommendations for equipment, fixtures, tooling and automation equipment as necessary to produce products and assemblies. Establish detailed manufacturing procedures into the M1 ERP system and maintain key elements including part structure and routings. Identify and support continuous improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing process and company. Develop and maintain the appropriate documentation for projects, parts, fixtures, tooling and assemblies, including engineering and manufacturing process changes. Attend and participate in organizational meetings within the company and customers when appropriate. Review customer supplied and internal documents & models for contractual requirements and manufacturability and work to determine the proposed course of action to satisfy each contract. Research and analyze materials, tools, fixtures and processes required to manufacture product in the most efficient manner. Support the development and definition of new processes, with the approval of management, and demonstrated ROI. Create accurate and complete process drawings and documents in a timely manner that effectively communicate process specific requirements and procedures that comply with Industry and customer requirements while mitigating potential failure modes. Collaborate with Production and Quality, as appropriate, to identify, propose, plan and implement process refinements and enhancements. Provide troubleshooting support for production related activities in area of expertise. Offer training support to individuals in areas of expertise. Provide written and/or verbal technical support and training, to internal departments, suppliers and customers. Provide technical support during audits, as necessary. Share technical knowledge with the Engineering/Estimating team while gained during the execution and implementation of projects, research activities, or customer involvement. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Associate Degree in Machine Tool, Manufacturing Technology, or related field. Experience with CNC machining centers, 5axis mills, Swiss, Mill turns, Lathe Strongly preferred Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field Minimum 2-5 years related manufacturing experience; preferred: Medical or Aerospace/Defense Industry experience KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Knowledge of Microsoft Office Products, Solidworks or similar CAD. Ability to read and interpret prints and efficient at utilizing and interpreting GD&T. Excellent reading comprehension. Excellent communication and technical writing skills. Organized, with an aptitude for manufacturing processes. Able to work with people in a professional manner. CORE VALUES People – We can do it Innovation – We work together Service – We honor our word Quality – We do what’s right Benefits Eligible position (Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, profit sharing, holiday pay, PTO and more) Exempt Position / Salary Metal Craft and Riverside are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class. ***Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time***