Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Minnesota
Manufacturing Engineering Manager jobs in Minnesota are actively in demand, concentrated in medical device manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and industrial equipment production across the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and St. Cloud. Major employers with a long-standing Minnesota presence include Medtronic, 3M, and General Mills, all of which regularly hire at this level. The most sought-after specialties are lean manufacturing, process validation for regulated industries, and capital equipment project leadership. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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The intern program will provide hands-on meaningful work experiences in the Manufacturing Engineering department to improve analytical, communication and program skills. Successful candidates for this role will gain valuable experience in the medical device industry which could shape career decisions and create future employment opportunities.This position will support the department, typically working as an assignee on smaller scale Manufacturing Engineering projects or tasks related to larger scale Manufacturing Engineering projects. The tasks/projects performed by this individual will typically be monitored or managed by a Manufacturing Engineer.
Responsibilities:- Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/process development tasks.
- Measure products using standard metrology practices.
- Compile and analyze data using statistical analysis techniques.
- Designs, procures, and fabricates simple tooling and fixtures.
- Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation and assure that manufacturing processes and related documentation follow established policies and procedures per Resonetics established Quality Management System.
- Support execution of process and equipment validations IQ/OQ/PQ/MVP/TMV).
- Create process documentation and training where applicable (Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing, Setup, Preventive Maintenance etc.).
- Identifies areas for improvement, suggests solutions, and submits idea records.
- Additional duties/projects as assigned.
- Currently enrolled and actively pursuing a (BS or MS) in Physics or relevant Engineering discipline.
- Good communication skills, comfortable with leading and providing project status updates to functional management and process teams.
- Good writing skills, able to write reports, manufacturing procedures and assist with validation activities.
- Familiar with formal problem-solving techniques (Cause & effect analysis, 5 Why’s, etc.)
- Effective interpersonal skills and adeptness in working with culturally diverse employee population.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and negotiate alignment with stakeholders.
- Experience with statistical analysis skills (process capability, equivalence studies, regression, ANOVA, DOE).
- Familiar with SolidWorks (or equivalent) for tooling/fixture design. Well versed in GD&T and print generation.
- Experience with industrial lasers, interventional device design and manufacturing, device assembly.
- Exposure to medical device manufacturing or regulated environment.
For temp, temp-to-hire, and regular full-time positions, our company policy is that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
The intern program will provide hands-on meaningful work experiences in the Manufacturing Engineering department to improve analytical, communication and program skills. Successful candidates for this role will gain valuable experience in the medical device industry which could shape career decisions and create future employment opportunities.This position will support the department, typically working as an assignee on smaller scale Manufacturing Engineering projects or tasks related to larger scale Manufacturing Engineering projects. The tasks/projects performed by this individual will typically be monitored or managed by a Manufacturing Engineer.
Responsibilities:- Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/process development tasks.
- Measure products using standard metrology practices.
- Compile and analyze data using statistical analysis techniques.
- Designs, procures, and fabricates simple tooling and fixtures.
- Generate and modify manufacturing process documentation and assure that manufacturing processes and related documentation follow established policies and procedures per Resonetics established Quality Management System.
- Support execution of process and equipment validations IQ/OQ/PQ/MVP/TMV).
- Create process documentation and training where applicable (Manufacturing Process, Manufacturing, Setup, Preventive Maintenance etc.).
- Identifies areas for improvement, suggests solutions, and submits idea records.
- Additional duties/projects as assigned.
- Currently enrolled and actively pursuing a (BS or MS) in Physics or relevant Engineering discipline.
- Good communication skills, comfortable with leading and providing project status updates to functional management and process teams.
- Good writing skills, able to write reports, manufacturing procedures and assist with validation activities.
- Familiar with formal problem-solving techniques (Cause & effect analysis, 5 Why’s, etc.)
- Effective interpersonal skills and adeptness in working with culturally diverse employee population.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and negotiate alignment with stakeholders.
- Experience with statistical analysis skills (process capability, equivalence studies, regression, ANOVA, DOE).
- Familiar with SolidWorks (or equivalent) for tooling/fixture design. Well versed in GD&T and print generation.
- Experience with industrial lasers, interventional device design and manufacturing, device assembly.
- Exposure to medical device manufacturing or regulated environment.
For temp, temp-to-hire, and regular full-time positions, our company policy is that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must already be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
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The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing engineering manager jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from an accredited program
- Five or more years of engineering experience with at least two in a supervisory or lead role
- Demonstrated experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
- Familiarity with FDA or ISO 13485 quality systems for Minnesota's medical device sector
- Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing execution or ERP systems
- Strong cross-functional communication skills for coordinating production, quality, and supply chain teams
Manufacturing Engineering Manager Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a manufacturing engineering manager in Minnesota?
Most manufacturing engineering managers in Minnesota start with a bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering from a program accredited by ABET. Minnesota does not require a state-issued license specifically for this management role, though a Professional Engineer license from the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Geospatial and Landscape Architecture can strengthen candidacy at larger regulated employers. Advancing from an individual contributor engineering role into team lead or project engineering positions is the most common path before reaching the manager level.
Which companies hire manufacturing engineering managers in Minnesota?
Employers hiring manufacturing engineering managers in Minnesota right now include Graco, nVent, and Resonetics, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's strong medical device and food manufacturing base means hiring activity is particularly consistent at companies operating regulated production facilities in the Twin Cities corridor and greater Rochester area.
Which Minnesota cities have the most manufacturing engineering manager jobs?
Anoka, Dayton, and Hutchinson account for the largest share of manufacturing engineering manager openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its concentration of headquarters and large production facilities for medical devices, consumer goods, and defense-related manufacturing, while Rochester and St. Cloud attract openings tied to established industrial and food processing operations in Greater Minnesota.
Are there remote manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Manufacturing engineering managers typically need to be on the production floor to oversee processes, equipment, and teams, which limits remote eligibility. About 13% of manufacturing engineering manager openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to cover the project planning, reporting, and cross-site coordination portions of the role rather than day-to-day floor operations.
How can I get hired as a manufacturing engineering manager in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a manufacturing engineer or process engineer role at a Minnesota employer and building toward management over time. Companies like Medtronic and 3M run structured early-career engineering rotational programs that expose new graduates to multiple production environments and cross-functional teams. Earning a Project Management Professional credential or completing a lean manufacturing certification through a Minnesota technical college strengthens a candidacy for a first supervisory role. Moving laterally from quality engineer or industrial engineer positions is also a common transition into the manager track at Minnesota manufacturers.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to manufacturing engineering manager jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings in the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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