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Cretex Companies

Diversified industrial conglomerate with manufacturing

Additive – 3D Printing - Manufacturing Engineer 3

Manufacturing EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeCoon Rapids, MN, USA$90.8k - $136.2k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or another engineering science is required.
  • At least 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting, including experience with advanced manufacturing technology or concepts and cost reduction, is required.
  • Fluency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, or Unigraphics is required.
  • Ability to plan and lead effective meetings using agendas and meeting minutes is required.
  • Ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, blueprints, and technical documents is required.
  • Knowledge of machining processes, additive manufacturing machines, computer numerical control, inspection methods, and material properties is required.
  • Ability to follow through on commitments and manage, motivate, and hold peers accountable for project activities and milestones is required.
  • Advanced computer skills with enterprise resource planning systems, Office 365, and other business software are required; ProfitKey is a plus.
  • Problem-solving skills, experience with root cause analysis techniques, and ability to develop and implement corrective actions are required.
  • Experience with manufacturing process design and validation is required.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing practices is required.
  • Ability to prioritize work, manage multiple tasks, and meet short deadlines is required.
  • Ability to comply with company competencies, policies, the employee manual, safety policies, and the quality management system, including ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards, good manufacturing practices, and good documentation practices, is required.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment when required is required.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate project management processes and tools for new customer-awarded or internal projects, including capital equipment, facility layouts, and process improvements.
  • Manage project milestones and trackers and keep dates and milestones accurate and up to date.
  • Regularly communicate project trackers and other updates to internal and external customers.
  • Manage pre-production, manufacturing, and customer meetings regarding new projects and customer requests.
  • Facilitate Design for Manufacturability meetings as required by customers or manufacturing.
  • Review process performance, including rate and throughput, scrap, material usage, profitability, inspection performance, and on-time delivery; facilitate post-mortem meetings and project close-out.
  • Assist with part cost estimation.
  • Develop manufacturing models, prints, routings, and work instructions for project components and assemblies.
  • Work with manufacturing to develop processes to take products from quoted design through product realization and shipment.
  • Support designed processes as needed, including fixtures, models and drawings, manufacturing research, and part handling.
  • Troubleshoot problematic manufacturing processes and identify improvements related to scrap, cycle time, throughput, quote-versus-actual performance, and quality.
  • Mentor and guide less experienced team members.
  • Resolve non-conformances and coordinate root cause analysis and implementation.
  • Train employees on engineering-developed processes.
  • Participate in customer visits and serve as a key contact for customer projects.
  • Work with Quality Engineering to develop capable and certified processes that support a continuous flow of quality products.
  • Participate in Operations Excellence and originate or assist with other Operations Excellence projects.
  • Complete other assigned work duties.

Desired Qualifications

  • Project management or project engineering experience is preferred.
  • Experience leading diverse cross-functional teams is preferred.
  • Knowledge of additive manufacturing or 3D printing is desirable.
  • Experience implementing automation, including electronic visual inspection, is desirable.
  • Engineering experience with medical devices is desirable.
  • Experience with Design for Additive Manufacturing is desirable.
  • Team dynamics skills, including communication, accountability, decision-making, feedback, meeting management, and conflict management, are desirable.
  • Knowledge of ASTM F3001 is desirable.
  • Experience with testing equipment and methods for mechanical strength, chemical analysis, and microstructure analysis is desirable.
  • Continuing education, including participation in local chapters, associations, or organizations, is desirable.
  • Knowledge of statistical software is desirable.

About the Company

Cretex Companies

Diversified industrial conglomerate with manufacturing

Cretex Companies designs, manufactures, and supplies products across medical devices, materials, and engineered components through its divisions like Cretex Medical, Cretex Materials, and Cretex Specialty Products. Its products use specialized engineering and manufacturing to create components for healthcare, industrial, and consumer applications, often supporting customers from design through production. The company differentiates itself with a century-long history, a commitment to honesty and integrity, a diversified, vertically integrated portfolio, and a strong financial position that supports long-term planning. Its goal is to provide meaningful work for employees while delivering reliable products and services to customers today and building lasting growth.

Company size
51-200
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Elk River, MN
Founded
1917

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