Manufacturing Engineer - Tooling
About The Position
Kinperium-Hiniker LLC (Hiniker) is a Minnesota based manufacturer with roots in the agricultural equipment industry since 1970 and a strong presence in snow removal equipment manufacturing since 1995. We are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Tooling with strong experience in Machine tooling within a manufacturing environment. This position is onsite at the facility and located in Mankato, MN. The Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling is responsible for the design, development, fabrication, maintenance, and continuous improvement of tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing aids that support fabrication, welding, machining, and assembly operations. This role serves as the technical owner of tooling throughout its lifecycle, from concept and cost estimation through fabrication, implementation, maintenance, and replacement. The Manufacturing Engineer – Tooling partners closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to develop tooling solutions that improve safety, quality, productivity, and manufacturing efficiency.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in toolmaking, tooling engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related disciplines.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes including machining, welding, fabrication, forming, and assembly.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks or similar 3D modeling platforms.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
- Experience with CNC programming, machining processes, welding, and toolroom equipment.
- Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
- Proficiency with precision measuring equipment.
- Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Conceptualize tooling designs and develop CAD models and drawings in support of engineering changes and process improvements.
- Build, modify, validate, and troubleshoot tooling.
- Develop labor and material estimates, obtain supplier quotations, analyze make-versus-buy decisions, and manage tooling project budgets.
- Own preventative maintenance programs, plan corrective maintenance, monitor tooling performance, and maintain tooling records and spare parts inventories.
- Troubleshoot tooling issues, perform root-cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and ensure tooling readiness.
- Drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvements through tooling optimization and standardization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
