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Manufacturing Engineering Leader Klesk Metal Stamping Co•4.2 Minneapolis, MN Job Details Full-time $115,000•$140,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Engineering process optimization Project management in manufacturing Manufacturing facility Managing engineering teams Leading team collaboration initiatives Quality improvement programs in engineering Manufacturing company experience Cross-functional communication
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Manufacturing Engineering Leader Location:
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Department:
Operations Position Type:
Full-Time, Onsite Reports To:
CEO Schedule:
Monday-Thursday, 6:00 AM•4:30
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$115,000•$140,000 Annual Salary What we offer: At Klesk Metal Stamping, we believe in taking care of our employees and their families. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including: Comprehensive Medical Insurance with 80•85% of premiums paid by the company Dental Insurance with 100% employer-paid coverage for employees Basic Life & AD&D Insurance fully paid by the company 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching contributions Paid Time Off starting at 2 weeks annually 8 Paid Holidays each year, including 1 Floating Holiday 1 Paid Volunteer Day to give back to your community Paid Family & Medical Leave (PFML) Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage Stable, full-time employment with a growing manufacturing organization Opportunities for professional growth and advancement About Klesk Metal Stamping Klesk Metal Stamping Co. manufactures precision metal components for customers across the aerospace, industrial, dental, medical, power sports, and telecommunications industries. Many of our customers are Fortune 500 global OEMs. We are committed to delivering exceptional quality, responsive customer service, and a workplace culture built on safety, teamwork, continuous improvement, and employee growth. Learn more about us at Klesk Metal Stamping. Position Overview Klesk Metal Stamping is seeking a highly skilled and results-driven Manufacturing Engineering Leader to lead our engineering function and drive operational excellence across the organization. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced manufacturing engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced precision manufacturing environment and enjoys solving complex production challenges. The Manufacturing Engineering Leader will partner closely with Production, Toolroom, EDM, Planning, Quality, and Sales/Estimating teams to improve throughput, reduce setup times, strengthen engineering systems, ensure successful new product launches, and build scalable processes that support future growth. This role is instrumental in helping Klesk achieve its next phase of operational performance and business expansion. What You'll Do Drive Manufacturing Performance Improve manufacturing process flow, capability, and repeatability Increase throughput through engineering-driven productivity improvements Reduce setup times and eliminate operational waste Support safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvement initiatives Implement process improvements that create measurable business value Lead New Product Introduction & Launch Activities Support manufacturability reviews during customer quoting activities Develop accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routings Coordinate successful transition from quote to production launch Improve launch readiness and production preparedness Support material selection and engineering feasibility reviews Support Production & Tooling Operations Partner with Production to solve manufacturing and process challenges Support Toolroom performance and tooling readiness Collaborate with EDM operations to improve responsiveness and execution Provide engineering support for existing and new production programs Identify and address technical constraints impacting performance Strengthen Engineering Systems & Technology Maintain engineering discipline within Syteline and related systems Improve engineering data integrity and operational accuracy Support CAD, CAM, and Paperless Parts utilization Streamline engineering workflows and responsiveness Support rapid engineering turnaround requirements, including quote response goals Champion Continuous Improvement Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives Drive projects focused on waste reduction, scrap reduction, and process optimization Develop standard work and engineering best practices Support long-term operational scalability and growth Lead and Develop the Engineering Team Coach, mentor, and develop engineering personnel Build accountability, collaboration, and responsiveness across the team Foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvement Strengthen future engineering capabilities within the organization Qualifications Required 5+ years of manufacturing engineering leadership experience Strong experience improving manufacturing processes and operational performance Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and improvement initiatives Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills Excellent communication and leadership abilities Preferred Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field Equivalent precision manufacturing, tooling, or manufacturing engineering leadership experience will be considered Experience within metal stamping, tooling, or precision manufacturing environments Strong ERP, CAD/CAM, and engineering systems experience Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement expertise What Success Looks Like In this role, you will: Improve manufacturing performance and operational scalability Reduce setup times and increase throughput Strengthen engineering systems and data integrity Improve responsiveness supporting customers and operations Successfully lead engineering-driven continuous improvement projects Develop a high-performing, accountable engineering team Why Join Klesk? Competitive salary of $115,000•$140,000 Unique 4-day workweek (Monday-Thursday) Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership High-impact leadership role with visibility across the organization Stable, growing company serving leading global manufacturers Collaborative culture focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and employee growth Compliance Requirement This position requires access to technical data subject to U.S. export control regulations under ITAR and EAR. In accordance with these regulations, only U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are eligible for this role. Proof of status will be required prior to employment. If you're ready to lead manufacturing engineering initiatives, drive operational excellence, and make a significant impact within a growing precision manufacturing organization, we'd love to hear from you.
