Day in the Life — Grantsburg, WI As a Manufacturing Process Development Engineer at our state-of-the-art Grantsburg facility, you'll turn complex build requirements into efficient, repeatable production. Your morning might start with refining a new machining method, move into a tooling/fixturing design review, and wrap with a Gemba walk to drive a lean improvement you proposed last week. You'll operate with minimal supervision, regularly stepping into a project manager role to coordinate cross-functional efforts and supplier activities. What You'll Own Define and document detailed manufacturing methods for new and existing products. Design and/or select production tooling and custom fixturing. Initiate quality planning, including sampling plans and techniques aligned to
ISO 9001.
Support estimating with process routings, cycle times, and cost drivers. Kick off and guide material planning activities to ensure on-time readiness. Oversee and control outside vendor processes to meet technical and schedule needs. Serve as Project Manager for assigned initiatives—plan, communicate, and deliver. Implement process improvements and champion lean initiatives across the value stream. Ensure compliance with applicable solicitations and contractual requirements, including government contracting expectations. Coach and train engineers, machinists, and other team members as needed. Jump in on other tasks that keep the business moving—proactively and independently. What You Bring BS in Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience; typically 5-7+ years. Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes and production methods. Proficiency with CAD; experience with CAD/CAM workflows and machine setup documentation for production runs. Familiarity with sampling methodologies and quality planning tools. Experience with
ISO 9001
quality systems; exposure to aerospace and/or DoD manufacturing preferred. Understanding of government contracting requirements and solicitations. Skilled in MS Office; strong organization, communication, and project management. Thrives in a team environment and collaborates effectively across functions.
Tools & Technologies CAD:
SolidWorks CAM:
Mastercam ERP systems Benefits & Work Schedule McNally Industries offers competitive wages and a full benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and accident insurance; 9 paid holidays; Vacation/PTO after 90 days; and a 401(k) with employer match up to 4%. This is a salaried role on a 9/80 schedule—enjoy every other Friday off.