Cnc Router Operator Jobs in Minneapolis, MN (NOW HIRING)

Position Overview

We are a materials converter specializing in producing precision tape, foam, gasket, and insulation parts for OEM customers. We are seeking a manufacturing engineer to support rapid new-part implementation, continuous process improvement, and equipment development in a high-mix, low-volume, repeatable manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for an engineer who is equally comfortable interpreting customer drawings, building robust manufacturing processes, and working hands-on with production teams to ensure parts can be produced repeatably, efficiently, and without ongoing engineering intervention.

Core Responsibilities

New Part Introduction

• Own the full lifecycle of new parts from customer drawing to production release to end of life.

• Translate customer prints and specifications into:

• Bill of Materials (BOM)

• Bills of Operations (BOO)

• Tooling requirements

• Detailed work instructions and process documentation

• Execute new-part implementation with aggressive timelines; drawing-to-production targets of ≤28 days, often with multiple projects running concurrently.

• Validate manufacturability, tolerances, materials, and process capability prior to release.

• Ensure production teams can manufacture parts independently and repeatably without ongoing engineering support.

Continuous Improvement & Productivity

• Identify and implement process improvements to:

• Increase throughput and capacity

• Reduce scrap, rework, and variability

• Improve ergonomics, safety, and quality

• Lead or support lean initiatives, part production improvements, fixture improvements, tooling enhancements, and standard work development.

• Partner closely with operations and production leadership to prioritize improvement opportunities.

Equipment Specification & Implementation

• Support the specification, justification, acquisition, and commissioning of new production equipment.

• Develop equipment layout and integration, process validation and capability confirmation, and operator training and documentation.

• Drive practical, right-sized automation where it improves repeatability and capacity.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.

• 5+ years of experience in a hands-on manufacturing engineering or production engineering role.

• Proven ability to work in CAD, Solid Works, Creo, or related design software.

• Strong experience in high-mix, low-volume, repeatable manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated ability to move quickly from concept or drawing to production-ready process.

• Proven capability creating clear, usable:

• Work instructions

• Process documentation

• BOMs and routings

• Comfort working on the shop floor and directly with operators, technicians, and production leads.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience with tape and gasket converting materials, processes, and tooling needs.

• Experience in converting processes, slitting, laminating, flatbed and rotary die-cutting, cnc cutting processes like laser, knife, router, or waterjet or related precision manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of industrial equipment such as robotics, visual inspection systems, automation systems etc.

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.

• Experience specifying or implementing custom or semi-automated manufacturing equipment.

• ERP experience in BOM/routing creation and maintenance (Epicor or similar a plus).

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• 401(k) matching

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Paid time off

• Referral program