Yield Analysis Engineer Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Job Description:

We’re hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve clean-room manufacturing processes for medical device products. This is a highly hands-on role where you’ll work directly on the production floor to solve problems, optimize processes, and drive measurable improvements in performance and quality.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, quality, and throughput
• Troubleshoot production issues in real time and implement sustainable solutions
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, DOE, and data analysis
• Reduce scrap and improve efficiency through process, tooling, and equipment improvements
• Partner cross-functionally with Production, Quality, and Engineering teams
• Support validations, FMEAs, CAPA activities, and process documentation

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Manufacturing engineering experience (3-5 years)
• Experience in a regulated environment (medical device, pharma, or similar)
• Hands-on troubleshooting and process improvement experience
• Familiarity with Lean / continuous improvement methodologies

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Clean-room manufacturing experience
• DOE, FMEA, CAPA experience
• Knowledge of FDA/ISO regulations (21 CFR Part 820)

Why Join Us:

• Make a real impact producing life-saving medical devices
• Hands-on role with direct influence on quality, yield, and production performance
• High visibility with leadership in a collaborative team of ~12
• Performance-driven culture with bonus incentives
• Tight-knit team with strong collaboration and support

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Delano, MN.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Delano,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 10, 2026.

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