Manufacturing Engineer II

Company Overview

Gemstar Manufacturing® has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years and operates under two business unit brands. Gemstar Custom Part Solutions is a full-service manufacturer providing solutions to unique custom plastic part needs. Gemstar Protective Hard Cases offers four rugged case lines: Stronghold®, RoboRack®, Sentinel®, and VersaPro®. For more information, visit


Gemstar Manufacturing is a division of Gemini, Inc., a second-generation, family-owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage.

Gemstar is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! The position is responsible for providing engineering support to the manufacturing plants, managing the accuracy of engineering documentation, and ensuring that the company is leveraging the appropriate level of technology in production processes.. Come be a part of a positive, people-first culture that is focused on leveraging each team members' strengths to help bring our customer's unique products to life.

Wage Range: USD $93,000.00 - $116,000.00 per Year
Location: Cannon Falls, MN
Type: Full Time - On-site
Schedule: 5/8 hour days (Monday through Friday)
Travel: Up to 5%

A day in the life of a Manufacturing Engineer II for Gemstar includes:

• Assists in overseeing engineering processes and process changes/improvements as required.
• Assists with quality testing, and engineering standards for the various product lines.
• Provides project leadership required for the introduction of new manufacturing processes and relocation of the existing production processes.
• Assists in the part design, tooling design and procurement of tooling for new and existing products.
• Participates in team approach for Single-Minutes Exchange of Die (SMED).
• Assists in training of the operators on new equipment and processes.
• Develops LEAN principles in all manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
• Participates in new product design and manufacturing techniques.
• Participates in the root cause analysis and resolution of quality and productivity issues.
• Listens to employee feedback to identify quality and continuous improvement ideas.
• Reviews and executes Engineering Change Requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Project management including establishing and maintaining project timelines with minimum direct supervision.
• Analytical Skills - need to be able to identify areas of low efficiency and work to provide improvements.
• Lean Manufacturing Skills - must be able to identify and eliminate waste within the system and lead lean events and projects.
• Quality Assurance and Control Skills - ability to provide knowledge of manufacturing process capabilities and limits.
• Effective Communication Skills - will work with manufacturing employees at all levels and need to be able to effectively explain the relevant points of equipment to each. Also needed for successful project management.
• Technical Skills - must be able to work with different technology to provide a solution that produces the required result in the most efficient way possible.
• Commercial Awareness - must keep the "bigger picture" in mind at all times when considering each step of the manufacturing process.
• Problem Solving Skills - take a concept of a process and establish the equipment needed to make it happen.
• Organizational Abilities - should be able to priorities tasks, set schedules and work between different projects to achieve overall business goals.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• 4+, years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated outstanding performance in current role

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in plastics design or manufacturing environment- rotational molding, thermoforming, or extrusion experience
• Experience with Automation, Fanuc TP/UI, or other experience
• Basic understanding of programming languages etc. C++, Visual Basic & Ladder Logic

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The actual title and individual compensation packages are dependent upon various factors unique to each candidate including skillset, training, transferable skills, work experience, qualifications, business needs, market demands, and other job-related reasons. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for other benefits.

How we show we care

• $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low-cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
• 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick)
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Get Paid Weekly
• Use of Company Owned Resort in Hayward, WI
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

About Us

As a leader in the signage manufacturing industry, Gemini, Inc. has been providing stability to our employees since 1963. We know what it means to be human, and we strive to make sure our employees feel valued. Due to our incredible family of employees, we have grown substantially and are looking to grow our team further with like-minded individuals that share in our company values: Customer Commitment, Teamwork, Respect, Diversity, Stability, Stewardship. At the heart of our work is a simple but powerful vision: Successful Partners. Engaged People. Thriving Communities. This vision guides how we show up every day for our customers, for one another, and for the communities we call home.

• We are an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
• Gemini will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. For additional assistance email; View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io and ask for the Human Resources Representative assigned to the location of interest.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.