Manufacturing Plant Engineer-2nd shift
Trane Technologies · La Crosse, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Production
- Base pay
- $85k–$119k
- Degree
- Preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 21 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level production role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in La Crosse, WI. In this role, you will operate innovative engineered systems and develop, coordinate, and implement sustainable manufacturing production processes.
- They ask for
- degree preferred
- Tools it names
- FMEA, Welding, Tooling, EHS / safety
- Base pay
- $85k–$119k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
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About the role
What you will do
- ◆Provide timely resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems, including investigations, statistical studies, and corrective action planning.
- ◆Be the subject matter expert in weld processes within the plant engineering group.
- ◆Create cost-effective and safe manufacturing processes, equipment, and tools to improve manufacturing operations.
- ◆Design manufacturing flow lines, workstation layouts, and station controls that optimize efficiency, operating costs, and product quality.
- ◆Uphold manufacturing standards including machine capability, process maps, set-ups, quality controls, tooling and fixture records, routings, and cycle times.
- ◆Generate work instructions, job breakdowns, and standardized work to ensure quality at the source meets product and manufacturing specifications given local needs.
- ◆Serve as a voice of the customer for input for new design development.
- ◆Partner with on-site EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) to ensure all equipment meets safety regulations compliant with OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration).
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Where is the work
On-Site (5 days)
What's in it for you
Join Trane Technologies as a Manufacturing Engineer-2nd shift in La Crosse, WI! In this role, you will operate innovative engineered systems and develop, coordinate, and implement sustainable manufacturing production processes. Your cross-functional team will be focused on delivering quality, safety, and operational efficiency improvements.
What you will bring
- •Previous experience in a manufacturing environment.
- •Experience with MIG or TIG welding preferred.
- •PFMEA experience preferred.
- •Ability to accurately assess manufacturing issues related to process and design.
- •Effective communication at multiple levels coupled with ability to build relationships.
- •Growth mindset – desire to expand technical skillset.
- •Results-driven to maintain accountability and customer-focus.
- •Degree preferred in Engineering or welding technical disciplines.
- •Candidates without a 4-year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
Thrive at work and at home
- •Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
- •Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- •Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role
Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.