Senior Manufacturing Engineer

​​Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart? Our people.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Biopharma, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Process Development for New Products

• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors. 
• Prepares IQ/OQ/PQ reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends. 
• Assures product and process quality by designing and validating in-process testing methods 
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements. 

Collaborative New Product Development Team Member

• Iteratively collaborate with design teams to implement principles of Design for Manufacturing (DFM). 
• Works with project teams to understand product requirements and educates the team on the impact manufacturing has on meeting requirements.
• Presents manufacturing summaries in project review meetings.

Facilitate Transfer of New Products and Processes to Operations

• Coordinate events to gather, document and implement VOC from operations on new product development.
• Participates in risk management activities such the generation of DFMEA and PFMEA documents 
• Completes training of production leads and technicians as needed to support adoption of new products and processes.

Promote Research and Development

• Collaborate with design teams to evaluate new manufacturing technologies to expand our design toolkit.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. 
• Participate in knowledge sharing within the CPC technical community: hosting seminars, contributing to knowledge management systems, etc.

Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

• B.S. in Mechanical, Plastics, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD (PTC Creo preferred) and PLM (Windchill)
• Effective communicator - able to present technical content to internal and external stakeholders.
• This role may require 5% travel, domestically. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

Preferred Skills:

• M.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics, or related field)
• Working knowledge of injection molding fundamentals and experience with validation protocols (IQs/OQs/PQs)
• Experience with cleanroom or controlled environment manufacturing
• ≥3 years in manufacturing engineering
• Working knowledge in:
  • 3D CAD (PTC Creo)
  • PLM systems (Windchill)
  • ERP (Oracle)
  • Digital project/task tools (Office 365, Asana, Orchestra, Visio, Power BI)
  • Minitab

​Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 4x in the past 5 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

Growth & Development

We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:

• Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.
• Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.

Because when you succeed, we all succeed.

Work/Life Balance

We get it – work is important, but so is life outside of it. That’s why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live, recharge, and give back. Our programs include:

• Multiple paid-time off programs, including PTO, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about.
• Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most.
•  Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.

We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family.
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans.
  • Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security.
  • Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy.
• Financial Benefits:
  • 401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future.
  • Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings.
• Salary: $115,000.00  - $130,000.00 / Bi-Weekly 
  • This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility: Yes 

Join Us

If you’re ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

This position may be located in: Americas : United States : Minnesota : Roseville

Sub Division: Engineering

Job Requisition ID: 61122

Job Function: Engineering

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