Manufacturing & Design Engineer
About The Position
Konik is partnering with a manufacturing organization in the plastics industry seeking a Manufacturing & Design Engineering Manager to lead product development, engineering design, manufacturing support, and quality improvement initiatives. This is a direct-hire position in Litchfield, Minnesota, and is 100% onsite, with a listed salary range of $90,000–$100,000. The role leads new product development from concept through production implementation, designs molds and mechanical components using SolidWorks, and manages engineering projects and technical documentation. It also supports manufacturing and quality teams with troubleshooting and corrective actions, evaluates designs for manufacturability and cost, provides technical support to customers and internal partners, and leads continuous improvement efforts. The manager supervises and develops Engineering and Quality team members and coordinates cross-functional project activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
- At least 5 years of relevant engineering experience, preferably in manufacturing, product development, or mechanical design.
- Experience with rotational molding, plastics manufacturing, or related manufacturing processes.
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling, mechanical drawings, and technical documentation.
- Knowledge of product development, mold design, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, quality improvement, and design for manufacturability.
- Strong leadership, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Nice To Haves
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Experience implementing Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing cost analysis.
- Experience with 3D printing, fused deposition modeling (FDM), or FARO Scan Arm technology.
- Experience leading engineering and quality teams in a manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead new product development from concept and design through prototyping, testing, and production implementation.
- Design and develop molds, mechanical components, and product enhancements using SolidWorks 2D/3D modeling.
- Manage engineering projects, including schedules, technical documentation, design reviews, bills of materials, cost estimates, and product specifications.
- Partner with Manufacturing and Quality teams to troubleshoot production issues, investigate defects, implement corrective actions, and improve product performance.
- Evaluate product designs for manufacturability, material efficiency, performance, and cost-reduction opportunities.
- Provide technical support to customers, suppliers, and Sales, including reviewing specifications, developing solutions, and participating in design reviews.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies.
- Supervise and develop Engineering and Quality team members while coordinating cross-functional project activities.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k).
- Paid time off and holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
