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We have Contract role Manufacturing Engineer for client at Minnetonka, MN. Please let me know if you or any of your friends would be interested in this position.
Position Details:
Manufacturing Engineer- Minnetonka, MN
Location : Minnetonka, MN 55345 (100% Onsite)
Project Duration: 6-12 Months of contract
Shift : 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM (Mon-Fri)
Pay Rate : $42.00 per hour on W2
Job summary:
- HM is looking to convert this candidate in 6-12 months depending on worker performance/attendance and business need.
- 3 4 years of experience is the ideal range
- Background in high-volume manufacturing environments (e.g., regulated industries like medical devices, aerospace, or large-scale factory production preferred)
- Strong technical skills are essential
- Proven problem-solving ability (expected with 4 years experience)
- Soft skills / traits
- Excellent communication skills (must be easy to talk to)
- Demonstrates leadership potential Top 3 priorities
- 3 4 years of experience
- Strong communication skills
- Strong technical skills Role logistics
- Shift flexibility is strongly preferred (ideally open to both 1st and 2nd shift)
- The Manufacturing Engineer applies strong technical skills and knowledge of manufacturing operations to lead and execute complex engineering tasks. This role requires proactive problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and take ownership of complex manufacturing engineering tasks that may involve multiple interrelated elements.
- Anticipate and identify key technical issues; develop recommendations and solutions even when no precedent exists.
- Apply creative thinking and introduce new methods or approaches to resolve problems.
- Evaluate and consider impacts on related systems, equipment, and processes when implementing changes.
- Collaborate with peers, technicians, and mentors through reviews of technical rationale, verification, and validation activities.
- Support manufacturing operations by troubleshooting issues, improving processes, and optimizing equipment performance.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, A3 problem solving, standard work, waste reduction, and efficiency projects.
- Ensure alignment with business objectives and maintain understanding of company operations and manufacturing environment.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or related discipline).
- 0 5 years of experience in an engineering role, or equivalent advanced education.
- Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across teams.
- Demonstrated ability to lead tasks independently and drive results.
Notes from Spotlight Call:
Soft skills are critical
- Strong communication skills
- Coachable and open to feedback
- Able to collaborate across teams
- Learn quickly and willing to put in the work
- Comfortable interacting with people at all levels
Experience profile
- 0 5 years of experience
- Strong new graduates are acceptable
- Candidates should not have excessive short job stints (e.g., switching jobs every 3 months)
- Internships or manufacturing exposure are a big plus
Education
- entry level candidates preferred
- New degree signals strong technical foundation
Shifts & timing
- Open to first and second shift candidates
- High urgency for these roles
Ability to start as soon as possible is important
Candidate potential
- Referred candidates are viewed very favorably
- Looking for fresh candidates with strong potential
- Willing to give high-potential candidates a chance
- If they look strong, open to meeting them again
Technical expectations
- Solid engineering fundamentals
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Must meet core technical expectations without heavy ramp-up due to urgency
Manufacturing / floor presence
- Role involves spending a significant amount of time on the manufacturing floor
- 60% of time worker will be gowned per PPE standards
- Frequent interaction with operators
- Listening skills are essential
- Work is dynamic with new issues arising daily
- Open question discussed: what percentage of time on the floor (not definitively answered)
- Team accountability
- Must work with multiple teams
- Individual accountability is expected
To discuss this amazing opportunity, reach out to our Talent Acquisition Specialist Priyanka Mahant at email address Priyanka.mahant can be reached on # .
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