Gateway Recruiting is hiring: Extrusion Manufacturing Engineer II in Minneapolis

Extrusion Manufacturing Engineer II position will design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality.Job Responsibilities:Design and develop manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures in order to meet daily production schedules while enhancing productivity and product quality.Evaluation of production equipment.Production support and process validation.Interface with vendors for incoming components.Troubleshoot manufacturing process and equipment.Utilize tools like Gage R&R, Cp, Cpk, and SPC to improve processes.Understand manufacturing concepts like Value Stream mapping, 5S and Visual Workplace to improve quality, labor efficiency, and throughput.Protocol and report writing.Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation.Work with cross-functional teams as required.Develop and implement process improvements.Support all Company initiatives as identified by management and in support of Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management Systems (EMS), and other regulatory requirements.Complies with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, other regulatory requirements, Company policies, operating procedures, processes, and task assignments. Maintains positive and cooperative communications and collaboration with all levels of employees, customers, contractors, and vendors.Performs other related duties and responsibilities, on occasion, as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelors Degree Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, Biomedical or related Engineering area OR an equivalent combination of education and work experienceMinimum 3 yearsDemonstrated experience in extrusion, tooling, troubleshooting equipment, and performing machine and process set-ups preferred.Manufacturing engineering experience required. Previous medical device experience preferred.Experience working in a broader enterprise/cross-division business unit model preferred. Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment. Ability to work within a team and as an individual contributor in a fast-paced, changing environment. Ability to leverage and/or engage others to accomplish projects. Strong verbal and written communication with ability to effectively communicate at multiple levels in the organization. Multitasks, prioritizes and meets deadlines in a timely manner. Strong organizational and follow-up skills, as well as attention to detail. Ability to travel approximately 25%, including internationally (only if required)