Manufacturing Engineer

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

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

· Recent graduates 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

About generis tek: generis tek is a boutique it/professional staffing based in Chicago land. We offer both contingent labor & permanent placement services to several fortune 500 clients nationwide. Our philosophy is based on delivering long-term value and build lasting relationships with our clients, consultants and employees. Our fundamental success lies in understanding our clients' specific needs and working very closely with our consultants to create a right fit for both sides.

We aspire to be our client has most trusted business partner.