Manufacturing Engineer I

Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to join their team in the Quick Coupling Division, supporting the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes and equipment for fluid connector products used in critical applications. As a Manufacturing Engineer I, you will help build reliable, efficient assembly operations—supporting new and existing products while partnering across engineering, quality, and the shop floor. The ideal candidate will bring a systematic, analytical approach to problem solving, strong communication skills, and a drive to improve safety, quality, and production performance.

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer I

Location: Chetek, WI 54728

**MUST BE US CITIZEN OR GREEN CARD HOLDER

What's the Job?

• Assist with designing, implementing, and reviewing manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment to support production and assembly of new and existing products.

• Improve process reliability to increase uptime, reduce cost, and strengthen overall manufacturing performance.

• Support start-up of new machines and automation, including troubleshooting process issues and making corrections in partnership with design.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance to resolve quality problems, develop inspection plans, and create work instructions for set-up standards.

• Plan and develop assembly cell layouts and assembly development activities, including statistical planning, investigation of design proposals, and estimation of production times and related costs.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related Engineering field.

• 0–2 years of experience of assembly experience and product design of things that go together

• Ability to use a systematic, disciplined, analytical approach to problem solving, including familiarity with the 10-Step Problem Solving Process and Root Cause Analysis.

• Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and the ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM or other computer-aided manufacturing systems, plus strong computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web-browsers) and data analysis tools.

What's in it for me?

• Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage, plus voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and critical illness insurance.

• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.

• Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.

• Career development and tuition reimbursement.

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

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