Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

NPI Final Assembly

Wyoming, MN 55092

3 Months contract & Extendable

Job Description & Skill Requirement:

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate, and support production activities required for new product launches, including pilot builds, validations, and production ramp-up.
• Develop, maintain, and ensure accuracy of process documentation, work instructions, and standard work in partnership with process technicians.
• Conduct direct labor estimation based on CAD designs and establish operational standards.
• Perform DFAM evaluations and provide feedback to design engineering to improve manufacturability, ergonomics, and assembly efficiency.
• Define tooling and fixturing requirements and collaborate with tool designers on procurement, design, and implementation.
• Lead PFMEA development and approval for new product launches to ensure risk identification and mitigation.
• Analyze manufacturing methods and recommend improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
• Lead problem resolution activities using structured methodologies such as root cause analysis, 8D, and CAPA, and ensure closure of corrective actions.
• Manage pre-production pilot builds, including planning, execution, and post-build reporting.
• Support capital equipment initiatives, including scope definition, specification development, vendor coordination, and commissioning activities.
• Develop and maintain standard cost models for new products to support launch decisions and make-versus-buy analysis.
• Ensure compliance with safety, ergonomic, and regulatory requirements across processes and equipment.

Desired Competencies:

• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.