Project Engineer-Injection Mold

Job Summary

Responsible for establishing and implementing the most cost efficient methods for production. Plans and coordinates the activities necessary to produce specified products within safety, quality and cost standards. Also ensures schedule compliance.

• Develops and updates process documentation and procedure instruction.
• Conducts direct labor studies using acceptable engineering practices and establishes standards on operations, set up and work station layout.
• Defines tooling and fixturing used in the manufacturing process. Coordinates with tool designers to specify or procure new tooling, fixtures and ideas.
• Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and standards. Provides solutions to problems that adversely affect operator safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Identifies areas of unnecessary cost. Researches methods and procedures for cost reduction, work cell development and material flow improvement.
• Assists in development and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment.
• Reviews preliminary designs, making recommendations to reduce costs and improve manufacturing and quality on new or existing parts.
• Develops detailed, complete and accurate capital equipment studies and makes appropriate recommendations for capital expenditures.
• Assists in preparation of departmental budget including material, manpower, equipment and outside procurement costs, and operates within approved parameters.
• Reviews and evaluates cost pertaining to make‑vs‑buy decisions and new product development.
• Processes purchase requisitions and records as required.
• Team members are expected to work wherever needed based on training.
• Work in safe and healthy manner, strictly following all safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain a neat, clean, orderly work area.
• Complete company‑provided training.
• Participate in PCI process.
• Perform special projects as assigned.

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.
• 3‑5 years of Mfg. Engineering experience and/or Master Toolmaker.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written skills required.
• Proficiency with PCs.
• Understanding of SPC.
• Strong Project Management skills.

Starting pay range for Minnesota is $63,000 to $83,000 per year.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we provide a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym and personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings. We also offer a market‑leading profit‑sharing plan, employer contributions to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan, discounted employee stock purchases, generous 401(k) matching, financial wellness education and consultation, and paid volunteer time off through the Polaris Foundation.

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at  or T To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see Know Your Rights:
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