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We’re looking for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer II to join our team at our manufacturing facility in Ramsey, Minnesota. In this on-site role, you’ll help bring innovative fitness equipment to life by optimizing production processes and supporting key manufacturing projects that align with our operational and financial goals. This is more than a technical role—it’s a chance to make a measurable impact at a global leader in fitness equipment. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that manufacturing initiatives stay on schedule, meet cost targets, and support our continuous improvement culture. A background in industrial or manufacturing engineering is highly valued, and experience in a production or equipment manufacturing environment is a strong plus. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Drive continuous improvement efforts in the plant in terms of safety, quality, cost and delivery Develop value stream maps, standard work/process sheets, routings, capacity analysis, and line layouts to assist continuous improvement efforts Utilize Lean Six-Sigma concepts to eliminate waste, reduce process variation, increase production throughout, and improve material flow and part availability (PFEP/line replenishment) Conduct and participate in Kaizen events and train line workers to drive Lean principles like Kanban and one-piece flow Seek process optimization through capital equipment justification and acquisition and introduction of new technologies into existing processes Develop/maintain Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis (PFMEA) Provide manufacturing engineering support to new product introductions using the tools/methods and the PACE process Participate proactively in cross-functional teams Perform other duties as assigned REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Three (3) years experience in a lean manufacturing environment B.S. in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent Must possess strong understanding of Lean principles/methods including Value Stream Maps, 5S, Kaizen, etc. Must be a “hands-on” problem-solver with the ability to multi-task on several projects and maintain high quality and timeliness of deliverables Must have strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to effectively communicate with all areas of the organization Must be able to apply root cause analysis and problem-solving tools PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office skills, experience with Oracle and/or Solid Works At Life Fitness / Hammer Strength,  we think customer first ,  play as one team , and  raise the bar on fitness innovation —in the gym and in every corner of our facilities. We  persevere and get it done , with a clear purpose to  inspire each other to live healthier lives . If you’re ready to bring out the best in people while powering the future of fitness manufacturing, we invite you to apply.