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Sr. Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement & Quality - Minneapolis, MN

IPG Photonics
vision insurance, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Minnesota, Minneapolis
5110 Main Street Northeast (Show on map)
Oct 30, 2025
Back Sr. Industrial / Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement & Quality #25-300 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Apply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy Job Description IPG Photonics is revolutionizing the laser industry as the pioneering developer and leading producer of fiber lasers and amplifiers. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA, IPG has over 4,800 employees in more than 25 locations around the world. We aspire to work together with our employees and customers to apply light in ways that improve life. Our mission is to develop innovative laser solutions to make the world a better place. To accomplish this mission, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent and an engaged, and thriving workforce that drives a sustainable future for our company and society. Working at IPG Photonics you can expect challenging projects, a motivating and friendly environment, and competitive benefits. IPG Photonics is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead continuous improvement efforts in our engineer-to-order (ETO) automation system manufacturing environment. This role is critical to enhancing process quality, training and process documentation, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in effectively setting up and improving these systems, strong data gathering and analysis skills, and a working familiarity with ERP systems and best practices. Key Responsibilities: Continuous Improvement: Drive lean and other general continuous improvement initiatives throughout the organization. Identify opportunities and implement improvements to safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Quality & RCA/CA: Champion quality, own and improve system for tracking questions and issues. Perform root cause analysis. Conceive and implement robust, effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve quality issues in a complicated, project-based engineer-to-order manufacturing environment. Support cross-functional teams to drive project delay reduction and build a culture of quality across operations. Training, Competency, & Knowledge Management: Develop a structure for training, procedures, and competency tracking. Develop and continuously improve procedures. Data Analysis & Reporting: Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Develop dashboards and performance metrics to support decision-making and track KPIs. ERP Systems: Collaborate with other functions as needed to optimize ERP data, processes, and workflows (e.g., material flow, routing, BOM structure, work order management). Provide support for ERP upgrades, process mapping, and user training. Process Engineering: Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes, workstation layouts, and equipment utilization tailored to single-unit, projectized, ETO workflows. Support capacity planning and production scaling through data-driven recommendations. Collaboration: Partner with other functions, other business units, and suppliers to initiate and drive strategic initiatives. Ensure manufacturability and process efficiency from order to delivery. Requirements Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred. Eight years of experience in an ETO or complex, low-volume manufacturing environment. Experience with quality systems, root cause tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone, 8D), and CAPA processes. Demonstrated success leading quality investigations, and quality-related projects preferred. Experience with process mapping, SOP development, and standard work implementation. Experience with initial implementation preferred. Experience building a culture of lean and continuous improvement by empowering employees, supporting employee ideas, and inspiring passion for the journey Experience identifying and implementing ERP-related improvement initiatives Skills & Competencies: Exceptional communication and facilitation skills; able to lead cross-functional teams and drive change through informal influence and persuasion. Demonstrated successful application of lean, visual management, and continuous improvement principles. Demonstrated lifelong learner, comfortable trying new ideas and initiatives Collaboration, listening, leading by influence, & conflict resolution Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, Power BI, and Tableau Working familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, and MS Navision/Business Central Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment. Benefits As an employee, your benefits may include: Paid vacation and sick time 12 paid holidays each year Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA Paid basic life and AD&D Insurance Short-term and long-term disability insurance Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care 401(k) plan with matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Tuition reimbursement program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Annual Discretionary Bonus eligibility Adoption Assistance Pet Insurance Location(s) 5110 Main St NE, Minneapolis , Minnesota 55421 , United States Employment Type Exempt Wage Information $100,000 to $131,000/year depending on experience US Benefits Information Pay Range: The pay range on this posting applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location posted, the applicable range could differ. Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience. Other Compensation: Employees in this role are eligible for additional rewards which could include: Annual Discretionary Bonus or Sales Bonus as Applicable Equity awards as applicable Benefits Provided: All Regular* US employees receive: Paid vacation time accrued based on years of service Paid sick time 12 (twelve) Paid Holidays Each Calendar Year Prorated for part time schedules Additional Benefits Offered: IPG also offers access to: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with options for HSA/FSA Dependent Care FSA Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Short-term and Long-term Disabilityinsurance 401(k) plan with Company matching Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Adoption Assistance Pet Insurance Parental Bonding Leave Bright Horizons Backup Care Bright Horizons College Coach Must work at minimum, 20 hours/week. Deadline and How to Apply This job posting will remain active until a candidate is identified and/or the Company rescinds the job posting. For full consideration, please click on the link to apply.