Mechanical Engineer
About the job
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
- One to three years of design experience is required.
- Experience with three-dimensional computer-aided design using Autodesk Inventor is required.
- Experience with statistical process tools is required.
- Strong computer skills are required.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team is required.
- The ability to work in both office and production environments is required.
- The ability to lift up to 40 pounds is required.
- A valid Real ID driver's license is required.
- Research, plan, design, and construct manufacturing equipment.
- Develop process improvements.
- Create initial designs and production processes for new products for sale.
- Approve products for customer applications and product development requests.
- Assist accounting with developing cost models for new processes and improvements.
- Develop test criteria for acceptance of new equipment.
- Support production processes.
- Research, approve, and qualify new production equipment purchased from outside vendors.
- Travel up to 10% to support sales or customer testing.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
About the company
Bedford Industries designs and makes packaging closures in the United States since 1966, with products including twist ties, ElastiTags, and Bio Clip that use over 97% biobased content. Twist ties seal bags, ElastiTags provide stretchable, reusable closures, and Bio Clip secures packaging materials with high biobased content; products are sold and shipped directly from their own facilities. The company runs a closed-loop manufacturing process powered by 100% net-zero carbon energy and promotes upcycling to create new items, aiming to minimize waste. It differentiates itself through sustainability, fast lead times and delivery, and a long-standing family-owned culture, with the goal of providing dependable, high-quality closures that combine environmental performance with quick service.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Worthington, Minnesota
Founded
1966
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Bedford's 2026 sustainability report reinforces procurement wins with brand-conscious food customers.
- ZipRecruiter listings in 2025-2026 show ongoing hiring across engineering, sales, and operations.
- Tach-It cross-selling expands Bedford from consumable closures into higher-value automation relationships.
What critics are saying
- Tach-It integration in 2026 can distract management and strain manufacturing execution.
- Indeed reviews in 2024 cited poor management, weak morale, and lost family culture.
- Automation rivals can bundle cheaper equipment, squeezing Bedford's margins and customer loyalty.
What makes Bedford Industries unique
- Family-owned since 1966, Bedford builds packaging closures around Worthington manufacturing discipline.
- Bedford's 2026 Tach-It acquisition adds entry-level automation to its closure portfolio.
- Its 100% net-zero carbon power supply and Bio-Clip biobased product sharpen sustainability positioning.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
401(k) Company Match
Profit Sharing
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Leave
Remote Work Options
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program
Company News
In the few months since Bedford Industries, a leading twist tie and automation manufacturer, acquired Tach-It, customers are already reaping the benefits.