Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Trystar, you will play a vital role in driving the efficiency, quality, and productivity of our manufacturing processes. You will design, implement, and improve manufacturing methods, equipment, and systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams—including production, engineering, and quality assurance—to ensure the successful production of high-quality Trystar products.

Trystar is a leader in power distribution, power conditioning, load bank, and renewable energy equipment. Based in our state-of-the-art headquarters in Faribault, MN, we prioritize safety, integrity, and excellence in everything we do. Our guiding principles and values include:

• Safety – Everyone should leave Trystar facilities in the same or better condition than when they arrived.
• Integrity – Honesty, transparency, and commitment to doing what’s right.
• Customer focus – Relentless dedication to our customers and their success.
• Right with speed – Thoughtful, quick decision-making and purposeful execution.
• Play for each other – Teamwork and mutual support to achieve greatness.
• Champion change – Adaptation and improvement as requirements for success.
• Enjoy the journey – A workplace where appreciation and fun are part of the culture.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing processes for electrical and metal fabrication equipment, ensuring efficient production flow, adherence to quality standards, and optimization of resources.
• Identify, evaluate, and select appropriate machinery, tools, and equipment for manufacturing processes.
• Optimize equipment performance, maintenance, and troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Continuously improve manufacturing processes by implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other improvement methodologies.
• Identify and eliminate bottlenecks, reduce waste, and streamline operations to enhance efficiency and quality.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive work instructions, procedures, and documentation for manufacturing processes to ensure consistency, safety, and quality.
• Collaborate with the engineering team during the New Product Introduction (NPI) phase to ensure manufacturability and scalability of new designs, providing input on Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA).
• Collaborate with the quality team to develop and implement quality control plans, inspection methods, and testing protocols.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing-related quality issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to the production team, resolving issues and ensuring adherence to production schedules and targets.
• Conduct cost analysis and cost reduction initiatives to improve manufacturing efficiency while maintaining product quality and compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, engineering, procurement, and supply chain, to ensure seamless integration and alignment of manufacturing processes.
• Communicate effectively to convey technical information, provide updates, and address concerns.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and promote a culture of safety in the manufacturing environment.
• Identify and mitigate potential hazards and risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with a focus on metal fabrication, electro-mechanical, and/or electronic assembly.
• Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, electrical systems, metal fabrication techniques, and electrical-mechanical assembly.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Familiarity with quality control and assurance processes and tools (e.g., statistical process control, failure mode and effects analysis).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and practices in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, high-growth, and rapidly changing manufacturing environment.
• A passion for Trystar, its culture, and its strategic vision.