Engineering Jobs in None, MN

Grays Specialty Equipment segment offers a comprehensive range of expert services to design, manufacture, integrate, install, and maintain some of the most advanced systems on the market. The Specialty Equipment segment includes Anderson Dahlen, located in Ramsey, MN, and Waconia, MN. Anderson Dahlen delivers end-to-end equipment design-build and contract manufacturing, with precision fabrication cutting, forming, machining, welding, finishing, and complex assemblies backed by engineering, integration, and complete process solutions including skids and sanitary platforms tailored to customer applications. Anderson Dahlen is ISO 9001:2015 certified, as well as ASME, AWS, and PED compliant.

The wage range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, certifications, as well as other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $22-$35/hour.

Our comprehensive health plan options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, provide our team members with the tools they need for treatment, preventative care, exams, and prescriptions. ADIs life, disability, and supplemental insurance options provide peace of mind and support to rely on in challenging times. Our team members overseas are offered private health insurance, life insurance, and an employee assistance program (EAP).

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE/QUALIFICATIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Performs a full range of rough grinding, polishing, and metal finishing operations on components, manufactured parts, and assemblies in accordance with prescribed specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Follow all safe work practices and OSHA requirements.
• Grind, file, sand, polish, and blend metal surfaces using hand tools, power tools, and finishing techniques.
• Examine and feel metal surfaces to detect defects such as dents, scratches, or material imperfections.
• Set up and operate straight-line sanders, buffers, Timesavers, and hand-held grinders and polishers.
• Select proper abrasives and finishing methods to achieve specified finishes efficiently and consistently.
• Read, understand, and apply blueprints, customer requirements, and written or verbal work instructions.
• Complete projects within established timeframes while meeting or exceeding quality standards.
• Monitor and maintain quality of finished goods throughout the process.
• Use profilometers and other measuring tools to verify surface finish requirements.
• Stage work and operate equipment independently as skill level allows.
• Develop, improve, and standardize finishing processes and techniques while maintaining high quality standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement, cost-saving initiatives, and quality enhancements.
• Train, mentor, and support other finishers as experience level allows.
• Work effectively in a team environment and maintain positive working relationships.
• Understand and follow all company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The company fosters a manufacturing-type environment. Moderately heavy work requires the occasional lifting of objects weighing 50 pounds or less. In the performance of essential duties, the incumbent may be required to operate a variety of industrial machining tools.

• Lift/Carry-
• 0-10 lbs. continuously.
• 11-50 lbs. frequently
• 51-100 lbs. never
• Push/Pull-
• 0-25 lbs. continuously
• 26-100 lbs. frequently
• Bend- 34-66% during a 10-hour shift.
• Twist/Turn- 34-66% during a 10-hour shift.
• Kneel/Squat- 0-33% during a 10-hour shift.
• Sit- 0-33% during a 10-hour shift.
• Stand/Walk- 0-33% during a 10-hour shift.
• Overhead Reaching- 0-33% during a 10-hour shift.
• Ladder/Stair Climb- 0-33% during a 10-hour shift.

EEO DISCLAIMER:

Gray is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes everyone to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Compensation details: 22-35 Hourly Wage

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HDR Engineering is currently seeking Project Managers/Routing and Siting Leads to join our growing and nationally ranked team of Environmental and Power Delivery professionals in our North Central Region (the states of CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, MI, MN, MO, ND, SD, WI, WY).

Primary Responsibilities:

In the role of a Project Manager/Routing and Siting Lead, we'll count on you to:

• Lead renewables and substation siting efforts as well as transmission line routing and siting for projects HDR's North Central Region.
• The ideal candidate has prior experience managing and providing technical leadership on projects and is looking for a broader, leadership role overseeing all aspects of larger and more complex projects.
• Candidates have the desire and drive to grow a high-performing team to help execute these projects.
• The candidate must have a strong background in environmental and related site development services pertaining to the power industry.
• The position will focus on transmission line routing and siting, primarily in HDR's North Central Region but also in other Regions as needed.
• The position encompasses a client focus, networking and establishing client relationships, developing leads, and strategic thinking in future directions for both our clients and programs.
• The position requires a person able to visualize, build and direct a strategic program focused on siting and related activities.
• Responsibilities of this position include:

• Acting as a client manager for select clients.
• Leading risk management activities for both contract reviews and project deliverables.
• Working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams which could include engineers, attorneys, planners, permitting and environmental specialists, and real estate experts.
• Performing routing/siting studies and analyses and preparing associated reports.
• Preparing and monitoring project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Providing advice and direction on state filing requirements.
• Preparing state-specific siting applications.
• Preparing state environmental review, National Environmental Policy Act, and other environmental documents.
• Travel on average 20% of the time expected.
• Perform other duties as needed.

The successful candidate will be expected to perform non-routine tasks on multiple projects simultaneously; contribute to researching and writing concise technical documents; assist with diverse projects and innovate and follow through to completion of all assigned and delegated tasks. This position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team as well as complete tasks within tight deadlines. Applicants must be detail-oriented, organized, effective communicators, and a team player with a strong focus on quality and client service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Planning, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in linear projects involving land acquisition, routing or environmental planning.
• Minimum 8 years of experience writing proposals, developing scopes of work, budget, and schedules for complex environmental projects with multi-disciplinary teams and multi-agency efforts with a strong focus on siting and routing studies.
• Experience preparing applications for submittal to state utility regulatory agencies in the MISO and/or SPP footprint.
• Experience preparing and providing expert witness testimony.
• Experience and understanding of permit requirements in one or more states in HDR's North Central Region.
• Strong conceptual, organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and research abilities.
• Extensive public participation, agency coordination and planning experience.
• Previous experience preparing (or overseeing the preparation of) constraints mapping and required documents.
• Ability to support multiple complex and time sensitive projects effectively.
• Identify and resolve issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to interact with design and construction teams in a positive and proactive manner.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• 10 years related experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of project management experience.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software.
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams, have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

What We Believe:

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment:

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

• Competitive base rate - $22.00-$32.20/ hour depending on experience.15% shift differential.
• Medical/Prescription Drug/Dental/Vision Benefits on Day 1 of employment
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • 4.5% company match if you contribute at least 5%
• Quarterly Bonus potential
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 8 company paid holidays per year
• Employer paid Life Insurance, AD & D plus optional coverage for yourself, spouse and child(ren)
• Employee Assistance Program
• MN Paid Leave/and/or Short-Term Disability provided by ARCH
• $1,000 Sign on Bonus

• Inspects products during the machining operation to determine if parts meet specifications, complying with established standards and methods for inspection, testing, evaluation and calibration
• Follow all job work order instructions
• Must be able to run more than one machine where cycle time permits
• Complete all required shop floor documentation for the job including both part-dimensional and visual inspection
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; reports to management/maintenance the need for machine repairs
• Understands and comply with company policy safety guidelines, quality systems requirements and housekeeping standards

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Due to contractual requirements, this position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

• Machine Tool Technology degree (completed or pursuing)
• A minimum of 1 years' experience operating a CNC Lathe machine
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand blueprints
• Strong attention to detail
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and products that were only dreams become reality.

All for dreams. Dreams challenge and the Nidec-Group will continue to meet the challenge. For the world's and people's tomorrows; the world's first, the world's best technologies and products; we will continue our part in creating a better society.

Nidec is the world's No.1 comprehensive motor manufacturer handling \"everything that spins and moves\", miniature to gigantic. Nidec is a global enterprise comprised of over 300 subsidiaries/affiliates. We are a leading manufacturer of commercial motors, industrial motors, appliance motors, and controls. Our product line features a full line of high efficiency motors for industrial applications in water treatment, mining, oil and gas, and power generation, and for commercial applications such as pool and spa, condensers, cooling towers and large refrigeration units. From keeping us comfortable in our homes to pumping clean water to making our cars more safe, electric motors are an indispensable part of our daily lives. At Nidec, our employees are on the forefront of developing new motor technologies. As we move deeper into the age of robotics, the impact of motors will only increase. With over 140,000 employees stationed worldwide, Nidec continues to be a unique organization, and each location maintains its individual personality. Whether driving locomotives, powering offshore platforms or keeping the lights on after a storm, Nidec electric power generation products impact the world on a daily basis. With over 1,000 employees in the Americas, we are moving forward with technology to solve our customers' electrical power needs for both prime and backup generation needs as the industry's leading manufacturer.

Shift: 2nd Shift

Days of Work: Monday - Thursday

Work Hours: 4:00pm - 2:00am

Work Location: On-site (Mankato, MN)

Starting Salary: $33.08 to $46.31 / Hour

Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly

At Nidec, we prioritize our team's well-being and success. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to support you both personally and professionally. These are the great benefits we offer, with additional perks and programs available to enhance your overall experience with us.

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary with additional bonus opportunities.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, effective from your first day.
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with a best-in-class company match of 100% on the employee's first 6% with an additional 3% employer contribution to support your financial future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous time off package, including PTO and holidays.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities to support your professional growth.

Position Objective: Responsible for engineering documentation including blueprint reading and GD&T tolerances. Develop, optimize and maintain machine processes in a fast-paced production shop. Responsibilities include CAD design, CNC programming, creation of tool list, setup and part finishing documents. CNC equipment includes but is not limited to CNC turning centers with live tooling, CNC mills/lathes, lasers, CNC turret punches, and other computer operated equipment.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Work from customer's drawings and solid models to create, optimize and maintain CNC programs primarily for processing turned parts
• Must have a working knowledge of GD&T, fundamentals of geometry and trigonometry. Ability to transition between SI and metric units. Proper use of various measuring tools including Vernier calipers, micrometers, tread gages, etc.
• Create manufacturing processes and programming in a timely manner to support production schedules and customer delivery dates.
• Working knowledge of G code, M code, tool selection, steel grade metallurgy, tool geometry and coatings
• Assist on tooling design and development strategy within the programming team.
• Initiate and participate in projects to implement cost reduction strategies related to CNC programming optimization, tool life management, and/or quality improvement.
• Initiate Engineering Change Requests as required to ensure issues with CNC programs and related documentation are properly addressed and documented.
• Assist in the quoting process by providing setup and run time estimates for turned parts as well as material requirements, process steps and tooling requirements.
• Ensure changeover documentation for all CNC processes are current, accurate and standardized throughout the company.
• Ensure production and shipping schedules are met.
• Perform all other tasks or responsibilities as delegated by the Plant Manager/Site Leader.

Experience/Skills:

• Previous experience working with CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 4 years programming Horizontal lathes and Vertical Turning Lathes required
• Minimum 1 years working CAD software (AutoCAD) Required
• Minimum 4 years working with Master Cam preferred
• Knowledge of Unigraphs software is a plus

Education:

• Associate Degree or Technical Degree Required

Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America)

No Soliciting

Nidec will not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to Nidec job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Nidec Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Nidec Talent Acquisition team.

Location: 100% on- site in Delano, MN at a medical manufacturign facility

About the Company

Trelleborg Medical Solutions partners with the world’s leading medical device and biopharmaceutical companies, collaborating from concept to commercialization to bring to market impactful solutions that improve patient quality of life. It leverages decades of design and manufacturing experience, in-depth knowledge of polymer materials and a deep understanding of customer applications and end-use environments to deliver pioneering, engineered solutions for transformative health technologies. Utilizing its global quality system and engineering and manufacturing network, the company is a production partner of choice for medical device and biopharmaceutical companies.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join the Delano team. Follows good manufacturing practices (GMP) and principles to provide engineering support and develop robust manufacturing processes. Has a primary role in the engineering of new, modified and/or existing manufacturing operations in a clean-room environment. Apply engineering theory and principles to ensure that the Value Stream for specific products is optimized using Lean Sigma tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze product specifications and translate these into manufacturing processes to establish production rates, achieve expected quality levels and establish reliability of finished product.
• Identifies tooling related issues and communicates/works with a tool maker to resolve the issues.
• Develop manufacturing methods for new and existing products, establish labor standards and develop product cost information.
• Meticulously document all manufacturing process information and sequences within the Trelleborg document control system.
• Identify opportunities for improvement to existing processes and methods using data or observation. Develop the improvements and implement them as quickly as practical.
• Make improvements to production rates and reduce scrap by identifying and implementing new and better equipment, processes or human factors methods.
• Assist production in troubleshooting production problems with individual components, individual processes and help improve the situation to assure customer delivery dates and superior quality.
• Review production schedules and engineering specifications to resolve production problems.
• CAPA- Active member of the CAPA team responsible for implementing permanent corrective actions.
• DMR- Participate in determination of product DMR disposition plan and approval with the VS team.
• Follow ISO 13485 and 21 CFR part 11 and part 820 and Trelleborg Quality System protocols.
• Execution of DOE's, problem solving, FMEA's, validations, control plans, continuation engineering for products.
• Actively Support Production, Engineering and Quality departments.
• Senior Manufacturing Engineer: including all the above.
• Mentors Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians through experiences and education as opportunities arise.
• Develops ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a culture of continuous improvement.
• Successfully manages multiple high-profile projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Lean Sigma Green or Black Belt certification.
• Polymer Science, Lean Kaizen or other specialized background.
• 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Medical device manufacturing experience.

Required Skills

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information, and direction effectively.
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world-class performance.
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines.
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes.
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately.
• Commitment to making improvements company-wide.
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office.
• Use of statistical analysis software.
• Interpersonal skills and good communication technique.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects and deadlines, manage and identify the scope.
• Act as a project leader on major projects.
• Lean Manufacturing- Proficient in the use of problem-solving tools such as 5 why, Fishbone, 8D, etc.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes for medical components and devices.
• Good understanding of metrology principles and methods.

Salary Range: $95,000 - $123,000 based on experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Trelleborg Medical Solutions is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) and large Municipal Owned Utilities (MOUs) are actively seeking DERMS solutions to effectively incorporate and optimize Distributed Energy Resources (DER) (e.g. solar PVs, energy storage batteries, customer-owned generators, etc.), and Demand Response (DR) asset (e.g. smart thermostats, irrigation pumps, etc.) strategies into their grid operations for cost savings, greater grid resiliency, and carbon emissions reductions.

OATI is seeking highly motivated sales hunters and results-orientated individuals responsible for generating revenue for OATI’s industry-leading Grid Modernization solutions that includes a high field-proven and comprehensive DERMS solution for DR/DER management, among other solutions. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $250,000, based on experience.

Successful candidates will possess an aggressive and strategic prospecting skill set and a consultative approach to sales with a passion for technology. This position is responsible for developing an annual territory sales plan and identifying specific actions to achieve assigned targets/goals and quotas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related discipline
• Experience and/or knowledge with DERMS, demand management, DERs, smart thermostat programs and technology
• Minimum of 10 years of sales experience or equivalent, including exposure to utility/distribution industry, and directly with IOUs and MOUs being highly preferred
• Willingness to do extensive customer research, outreach and travel.
• Understanding and or willingness to learn about the impacts of and opportunities created by FERC order 2222
• Proven success identifying and closing new business
• Ability to build and manage a large, multi-year pipeline
• Strong ability to work in a team environment
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills: both written and verbal
• Fully skilled with standard desktop tools
• U.S. Citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident

Requirements

• Travel: Expected 50%+
• Acceptable background investigation report
• All prospective employees are required to provide a minimum of one relevant work reference

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Cambridge, MN

Compensation: $90,000-$110,000 per year

Job Type: Direct Hire

About the Opportunity

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Senior Design Engineer for a well established manufacturing company located in Cambridge, MN. If you're looking for a fast-paced role with consistent hours and full-time benefits, this job could be a great fit. Read below for more information!

What You'll Do as a Senior Design Engineer:

• Reinforce and promote all FLOE Core Values in daily interactions with coworkers and customers
• Lead the design and development initiatives of mechanical systems from the conception to production of Floe products, ranging from boats and powersports to docks, lifts, and trailers
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior design team members
• Create detailed models and drawings following proper drafting and dimensioning processes, and meeting design specifications
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis including tolerance stacks, FEA and DFMEA
• Engage with R&D technicians and fabricators to create prototypes for concept validation and functional testing
• Evaluate Engineering data, under the supervision of Engineering Manager, to ensure successful progression and completion of assignments
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of accurate and reliable project data
• Prepare written reports, professional plans and specifications for product lines or custom
• applications
• Interact with Manufacturing Engineers and Manufacturing Personnel to facilitate DFM discussions and
• complete development phase
• Work effectively with staff, Supervision, and Management to resolve design issues and determine
• customer needs
• Participate in Lean Enterprise continuous improvement efforts
• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of Engineering Bill of Materials
• Maintain focus on continuous improvement efforts and research of new materials, equipment and processes to further advance design robustness, product integrity and user experience

What You Need to Bring to the Senior Design Engineer Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
• 5 years minimum of design experience; marine, powersports or similar experience preferred
• Commanding knowledge of engineering principles and ability to apply principles to projects
• Detailed knowledge of creating and maintaining an Engineering Bill of Materials
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize basic GD&T principles
• Proficiency with 3D CAD systems, Solidworks preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Windows and Microsoft Office Suite. (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio)
• A self-starter and able to complete objectives with minimal supervision
• A working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts

Ready to Apply?

Click "Apply Now" to complete our quick, mobile-friendly application. If you have questions about the Senior Design Engineer position, please contact our Doherty Recruiter at (952) 715-5043.

This Company offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, FSA, employee assistance program, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k), profit sharing, PTO, PPT, paid holidays, and more.

Guided Search Partners is an Executive Search firm that is built on the principles of Trust, Transparency, Specialization, and True Long-term Relationships. Our goal is to provide the best experience for both our clients and candidates. We specialize in delivering the upper echelon of candidates in Food & Beverage Manufacturing to clients for their needs in FSQA, Operations, Engineering/Maintenance, and R&D.

Role Description

We're partnered with a repeat client looking for a 1st Shift QA Supervisor. The organization is a privately owned food manufacturer who is undergoing some tremendous growth and expansion. This is an opportunity to join an organization that puts it's employees first and can offer plenty of room for advancement.

Qualifications

• BS Science related preferred but not a must have
• 3+ years' FSQA Experience
• Must come from food manufacturing
• Some previous supervisory experience

Please apply directly If this is an opportunity you’d like to explore further. If you or someone you know is looking for other opportunities in the food and beverage industry, please email us directly at to get connected with an expert in the space!

About the Job

Company Description

KEB America, headquartered in Shakopee, Minnesota, is a leading manufacturer of industrial automation products, including industrial PCs, HMIs, I/O modules, VFDs, servo and induction motors, integral gearmotors, and clutches and brakes. The company operates a 150,000 sq. ft. ISO 9001:2015 certified facility, providing full design, assembly, and manufacturing services.

KEB America is part of the global KEB Automation KG network, which includes four production sites, ten subsidiaries, and 30 sales and service centers worldwide. With more than 1,500 employees globally, including approximately 125 team members in the U.S., KEB delivers innovative, high‑quality automation solutions to customers around the world.

Role Description

KEB America is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer – Manufacturing for a full‑time, on‑site role based in Shakopee, MN. This position is responsible for coordinating and supporting quality improvement initiatives, assisting with the Quality Management System, and analyzing data to drive continuous improvement.

The Quality Assurance Engineer will support a wide range of activities within the Quality Department and is expected to have a solid working knowledge of inspection tools, measurement equipment, and manufacturing quality processes.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• 2+ years of engineering experience preferred; prior Quality Engineering experience is a plus
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments and quality systems

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Basic math skills, including standard and metric measurements
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical data, instruction manuals, and test procedures
• Basic understanding of inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and related tools
• Knowledge of KEB products and functions preferred (training provided)

Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills

• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving abilities
• Ability to troubleshoot effectively and identify root causes
• Ability to perform accurate, detail‑oriented work at a fast pace
• Ability to follow work instructions precisely

Communication & Interpersonal Skills

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships and rapport
• Comfortable speaking on the phone for extended periods
• Ability to resolve conflicts professionally while maintaining composure in stressful situations

Work Style & Professional Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently
• Effective time management skills, including managing one’s own time and, when necessary, others’
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Ability to see and work with small parts, with or without reasonable accommodation

Additional Job Application Terms

This job is part of LinkedIn’s Full-Service Hiring beta program. Eligibility is limited to candidates located in and performing services in the United States, excluding those based in Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, South Carolina, or West Virginia.

We’re committed to making our hiring process as smooth and timely as possible, and we understand that waiting to hear back can add to the anticipation. If you’re a potential fit, our team will reach out within two weeks to progress you to the next stage. If you don’t hear from us in that time, we encourage you to explore other opportunities with our team in the future, and we wish you the very best in your job search.

Seeking an experienced Setup Cold Heading Technician to support production within a high-volume metal forming environment. This role focuses on performing machine setups, tooling changes, and process adjustments on cold heading equipment to ensure parts are produced efficiently and meet quality standards.

The technician will play a key role in maintaining production flow by preparing machines for new jobs, resolving equipment issues, and ensuring finished components meet engineering specifications. This position requires hands-on experience with cold heading equipment, strong mechanical troubleshooting ability, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups and changeovers on multi-die cold heading equipment.
• Install, align, and adjust tooling including dies, punches, knockouts, and cutoff components.
• Configure feed systems, timing mechanisms, and forming stations for optimal production.
• Conduct first-piece inspections and verify part quality prior to full production runs.
• Interpret blueprints, job instructions, and technical drawings to ensure proper machine configuration.
• Monitor production output and make process adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machine issues such as misfeeds, alignment problems, tooling failures, and dimensional variation.
• Inspect tooling for wear or damage and coordinate repairs or replacements when necessary.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, gauges, and optical measuring tools.
• Record setup parameters, inspection data, and production information as required.
• Follow established quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following all company safety policies.
• Perform lockout/tagout procedures when conducting setups or machine maintenance.
• Support process improvements aimed at reducing scrap, improving efficiency, and increasing production reliability.
• Communicate effectively with production, quality, and tooling teams to resolve manufacturing challenges.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–5 years of experience working with cold heading equipment or similar metal forming machinery.
• Experience performing machine setups and tooling changes in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with multi-die cold heading machines (National, Sacma, Hatebur, or similar equipment).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Proficiency using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, and thread gauges.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with team members and auditors.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on product quality and safety.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and accuracy.

What We Offer:

Competitive hourly compensation + OT

medical, dental, vision insurance

401k plan

PTO + holidays

Relocation support for candidates moving to Minnesota