Jobs at Erdrich USA

Performs machine and tooling changeovers, prepares equipment and materials, troubleshoots setup issues, and minimizes production downtime. Supports preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, quality standards, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Provides setup guidance and operator training while assisting production teams during bottlenecks. Requires mechanical aptitude, manufacturing experience, blueprint reading, precision measurement, and forklift and crane operation capabilities.

Paid workforce development program for high school students interested in manufacturing and skilled trades. Participants rotate through production, quality, engineering support, maintenance, logistics, human resources, and business operations while learning workplace safety, manufacturing processes, and continuous improvement. The program offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and potential pathways to apprenticeships, technical training, or full-time employment after graduation.

Leads quality planning and execution for automotive manufacturing projects from quotation through launch and serial production. Manages APQP, PPAP, FMEA, control plans, capability studies, customer approvals, supplier quality, audits, corrective actions, and quality metrics. Serves as the primary quality contact for OEM and Tier 1 customers, coordinates cross-functional and global teams, supports production transfers and engineering changes, and trains personnel on quality requirements and controls.