Manufacturing Engineering Technician

SMT Manufacturing Engineering Technician
Bloomington, MN | Direct-Hire | $20-$30/hr + OT (Flexible) | 100% Onsite | 2nd shift

We are seeking a hands‑on, detail‑oriented SMT Manufacturing Engineering Technician to support ongoing production, process improvement, and quality initiatives in a precision manufacturing environment. This role plays a key part in troubleshooting equipment, validating tooling setups, and supporting engineering with documentation, testing, and layout activities. It’s an ideal opportunity for someone with strong technical aptitude and a collaborative mindset.

• Set up and troubleshoot SMT production equipment and fixtures, assisting with maintenance, test stands, and tooling validation to ensure uptime and consistency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to execute equipment qualifications, process validations, and new tooling trials.
• Assist with drafting, revising, and releasing work instructions, quality documentation, and test procedures.
• Support fixture and equipment development by coordinating with vendors, ordering parts, and overseeing timely build and testing.
• Use precision measurement tools to conduct part layouts and dimensional verification, reporting results to engineering.
• Maintain tooling and gauge records, track equipment performance, and ensure calibration documentation is up to date.
• Contribute to root cause analysis and corrective action plans for process or product issues, participating in MRB and failure investigations.
• Support lean initiatives on the production floor by identifying improvement opportunities and collaborating on waste-reduction efforts.

• Associate degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related Engineering Technology field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with mechanical measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.).
• Experience supporting validation, process improvement, and test documentation.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.

• Familiarity with 3D CAD systems such as Solid Works or AutoCAD.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing tools or quality systems (ISO 9001, 8D, FMEA, etc.).
• Ability to work independently on test setups, equipment troubleshooting, and layout tasks.

• Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives
• PTO and paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities

Konik is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other protected class status.