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Job Title: Senior Production Engineer Location: Dassel, MN Experience: 5+ years Industry: Medical Equipment Manufacturing
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Production Engineer passionate about driving innovation, efficiency, and quality in high-precision manufacturing. This role will lead the development and optimization of advanced manufacturing processes that support next-generation medical products.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design, development, and deployment of new and improved manufacturing processes.
Develop and validate tooling, fixtures, and processes using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
Drive cost-reduction and manufacturability initiatives for current and upcoming programs.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, quality, and operations.
Create and maintain BOMs, device routers, and manufacturing procedures.
Monitor and optimize equipment performance, yields, and process efficiency.
Lead non-conformance investigations and participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities.
Mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with ISO 13485, QSR, and other medical device standards.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Materials Science Engineering.
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Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering environment.
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Hands-on experience with 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and statistical tools (Minitab, Excel SPC, etc.).
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Strong knowledge of DOE, SPC, FMEA, GD&T, GDP, and QSR.
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Excellent communication, project management, and mentoring skills.
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Experience working in an ISO 13485/GMP regulated environment.
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Preferred:
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Master’s degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, or Materials Science Engineering.
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Relevant professional certifications and continued professional development.
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