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Manufacturing Engineer

Minnesota - Developer

Hollstadt Overview

Hollstadt Consulting is a management and technology consulting firm dedicated to placing professionals at engagements where they will excel. When you work with us, you'll work with a refreshingly real company led and staffed by seasoned experts who are also down-to-earth, good people. We're committed to treating you with respect and helping you achieve your career aspirations.

Since 1990, Hollstadt has been a trusted partner to more than 150 domestic and global companies and has successfully completed over 3,000 projects. Our continued growth has created challenging and rewarding opportunities for accomplished IT and Business Consultants. Hollstadt Consulting is an equal opportunity employer including disability/veteran.

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Job Description

Role: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Hybrid in Oak Park Heights, MN (3 days onsite)

Duration: 6 months, potential to extend and/or convert

Rate: $58.48/hour W2


Position Summary

Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations through process improvement, manufacturing optimization, and equipment support. This role will focus on improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost across manufacturing processes while partnering closely with production, quality, and maintenance teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Support and improve manufacturing processes to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery objectives
  • Analyze production workflows and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste
  • Develop and update standard work, process documentation, and work instructions
  • Support new product introductions and manufacturing changes, including process validation and layout updates
  • Troubleshoot production issues related to equipment, materials, or processes
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, quality, maintenance, and engineering
  • Assist with capital equipment projects, tooling design, and equipment modifications
  • Use lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, root cause analysis)
  • Ensure compliance with safety standards and quality requirements

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 1–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (level may be adjusted)
  • Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems
  • Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-based, fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with manufacturing systems or CAD tools is a plus

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

  • Experience in high-volume manufacturing
  • Exposure to automation, tooling, or equipment design
  • Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives
  • Familiarity with safety, ergonomics, and quality systems

Benefits + Perks

Comprehensive Benefit Plan

Hollstadt offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, paid sick leave, and retirement benefits to eligible employees. With three different medical plans to choose from, you can enroll in the coverage you need from individual to family, or anywhere in between!

Remarketing Process

Hollstadt is based on retention and relationships. We get to know your strengths and career wishes throughout your assignment and then start remarket discussions 6-8 weeks prior to your end date. By being proactive, we are able to keep your down time between assignments as short as possible, unless you choose otherwise.

Professional Development

Hollstadt offers on-demand training through our consultant portal. Trainings give our consultants the continuing education they need to excel on their projects. Many of our courses apply towards continuing education credits and we have an entire training hub dedicated to upskilling in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

401k + Matching

One popular benefit is our 401(k) match on the first 4% of your contributions. Hollstadt wants to help you reach your long-term financial goals and understands that planning for your future is critical. Consultants also have access to support from a Financial Advisor.

Bonus Opportunities

We appreciate and reward loyalty. Join Hollstadt, stay for 5 years, and we’ll give you a $5,000 Longevity Award bonus! Additionally, we know great talent knows other great talent. If you are on contract with Hollstadt and refer one of your connections who gets placed, we’ll pay you $1,000!

Ongoing Support & Networking

We have made a significant investment in building a support program for our consultant team - so you never have to feel like you are going it alone. We also have a Consultant Coach program which acts like a 'work buddy' to provide a safe ear for questions or concerns at your client site.