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Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Supervisor

Winsted, MN 55395

Posted: 03/30/2026 Employment Type: Permanent Category: Engineering Job Number: 29153 Pay Rate: $101,000 – $127,000

Job Description

Title: Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor
Location: Winsted, MN
Job Type: Permanent/Direct-Hire
Compensation: $101,000-$127,000 Annually
Industry: Manufacturing

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About the Role
Our firm is partnering with a well-established, U.S.-based manufacturer serving industrial markets to identify a Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor. This organization operates in a high-volume production environment with a strong focus on metal fabrication, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
This leadership role is ideal for a hands-on engineering professional who enjoys developing teams, supporting daily manufacturing operations, and driving long-term process improvements that deliver measurable business results.
Job Description
The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of manufacturing engineers and programmers while providing direct engineering support to production. This role balances daily operational needs with strategic improvement initiatives, ensuring safe, efficient, and repeatable manufacturing processes for both new and existing products.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Lead, develop, and manage manufacturing engineers and programmers, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and accountability
  • Plan, prioritize, and direct engineering activities to support production requirements and continuous improvement goals
  • Provide hands-on engineering support to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and stabilize manufacturing processes
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost using lean manufacturing principles
  • Partner closely with operations leadership to identify, prioritize, and resolve production challenges
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and sustainment of manufacturing processes for new and existing products
  • Support equipment implementation, process validation, and start-up activities to achieve safety, quality, and productivity targets
  • Ensure effective execution of standard work, process controls, and documented manufacturing procedures
  • Manage internal and external engineering resources to meet business objectives
  • Support quality systems by participating in root cause investigations and corrective actions related to process performance
  • Review and approve engineering documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal standards

Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated experience leading or coordinating manufacturing engineering resources in a production environment
  • Proven ability to build, develop, and hold engineering teams accountable to performance expectations
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes; experience in metal fabrication environments is highly desirable
  • Experience applying lean manufacturing principles such as 5S, continuous improvement, and waste reduction
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple engineering activities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
  • Strong problem-solving skills with experience leading root cause analysis and implementing sustainable corrective actions
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with operations leadership and influence cross-functional teams
  • Working knowledge of process controls, standard work, and manufacturing documentation
  • Strong project execution skills with a track record of driving initiatives to completion
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills across all levels of an organization
  • Demonstrated commitment to reinforcing and supporting a strong safety culture
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel and Word
Preferred Qualifications:         
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline

Benefits
Our partner's benefits include comprehensive health coverage with medical, dental, and vision plans, plus company HSA contributions and flexible spending accounts. Employees receive company-paid life and disability insurance, along with optional voluntary benefits such as accident and critical illness coverage. Financial security is supported through a 401(k) plan with a 4% match and immediate vesting, as well as performance-based incentive programs, including eligibility for a Short-Term Incentive Plan tied to operational results. For work-life balance, the package offers unlimited PTO, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually, an Employee Assistance Program, onsite training opportunities, and uniform subsidies for eligible roles. Benefits apply to employees working 30+ hours per week, with 401(k) available to all employees.
How to Apply
Take the first step on your new career path! To submit yourself for consideration for this role, simply click the apply button and complete our mobile-friendly online application. Once we’ve reviewed your application details, a recruiter will reach out to you with next steps!
Equal Opportunity Statement
As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!
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