Millerbernd Manufacturing, a family-owned company since 1933, is driven by our core values: respectful and humbly confident, a positive attitude and solutions-oriented, a great reputation every day, loyal and united, working together, and results-driven. If these values resonate with you, we invite you to apply and join a growing team committed to excellence and shared success.
The Opportunity: We are looking for a Manufacturing Methods Engineer is responsible for creating and maintaining accurate Bills of Material (BOMs), routings, and related part master data in Epicor ERP (and supporting tools such as Cadlink) for the Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) business unit. This role ensures the integrity of ERP part data and settings by interpreting complex part design specifications and Manufacturing Process Engineer inputs. By building accurate Methods of Manufacturing (MOM), this position guarantees that production systems reflect intended processes, directly driving operational accuracy and efficiency for the Transportation & Infrastructure Business Unit.
Job Title: Manufacturing Methods Engineer
Location: Onsite in Winsted, MN
Salary Range: $74,286 - $88,912/year (Exempt role)
(In compliance with Minnesota Pay Transparency Law, this range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.)
Incentive: Freight Train Profit Sharing - Average of +$3.50/hour based on meeting goals
Shift Schedule: 1st shift Monday – Friday Business Hours
Shift Differential: 1st shift N/A
Key Roles and Responsibilities:
- Manage Bills of Material (BOM) and routings
- Ensure Epicor Part data integrity of standards
- Translate product drawings to manufacturing routings
- Implement Engineering Change Methods Updates & Notices (ECN)
- Drive cross-functional alignment
As a Manufacturing Methods Engineer, you will:
- Own creation and maintenance of BOMs, routings, and part master data for T&I projects in Epicor ERP and related tools
- Create and maintain new and existing parts, BOMs, and routings in Epicor ERP based on engineering and drafting drawings, established standards, and changing manufacturing requirements
- Maintain part master supporting documentation required for planning, inventory control, and shop floor execution
- Ensure data integrity and standards compliance through audits, corrections, disciplined change control, and support for validated mass updates
- Execute production drawing build packet processing by translating engineering drawings into production-ready documentation and creating new parts through established workflows
- Review Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and implement BOM and routing updates in a timely manner to prevent use of outdated versions
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Drafting, Engineering, Operations, Quality, and P&S to validate routing, resolve requirements issues, and communicate methods changes
- Document and maintain methods standards, work instructions, and training materials
- Support standardization and continuous improvement of methods processes, documentation, and workflow enhancements, including evaluation of tool capabilities as requested
Role qualifications as a Manufacturing Methods Engineer:
- Preferred candidates will have an engineering degree or equivalent and 3+ years’ experience in a manufacturing environment supporting BOM and routing creation/maintenance in an ERP system
- Other combinations of formal training and experience will be considered.
- Experience creating and maintaining BOMs and routings; Epicor ERP experience is preferred.
- Experience with Cadlink or similar CAD-to-manufacturing part definition tools is preferred.
- Proficient knowledge in interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings.
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, materials, and shop practices; able to translate drawings into buildable routings.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and quality.
- Comfortable utilizing computers; particularly working with spreadsheets, email, and ERP/production planning applications.
- Ability to solve practical problems, apply standards, and make sound decisions within defined procedures.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills; able to collaborate and influence cross-functional partners.
- Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines in a project-based manufacturing environment.
- Ability and willingness to work occasionally on the production floor and comply with PPE requirements
What we offer for employment:
Comprehensive Benefits -
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
- Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
- Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
- Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
Financial Security -
- 401(k) with up to 4% Match – Immediate vesting
- Incentive Pay – Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)”Incentive plans
- This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
- If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Work-Life Balance -
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
- Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
- Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles
Benefits available to employees working 30+ hours/week. 401(k) available to all employees.
We're an Equal Opportunity Employer -
Millerbernd Manufacturing Company is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Ready to shape your future with us?
Apply today and discover what’s possible at Millerbernd.
Skills Required
- Engineering degree or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of formal training and experience
- 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment supporting BOM and routing creation and maintenance in an ERP system
- Experience creating and maintaining BOMs and routings
- Epicor ERP experience
- Experience with Cadlink or similar CAD-to-manufacturing part definition tools
- Proficient knowledge of interpreting blueprints and mechanical drawings
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, materials, and shop practices
- Ability to translate drawings into buildable routings
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to data integrity and quality
- Comfort utilizing computers, spreadsheets, email, ERP, and production planning applications
- Ability to solve practical problems, apply standards, and make sound decisions within defined procedures
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functional partners
- Ability to manage changing priorities and meet deadlines in a project-based manufacturing environment
- Ability and willingness to work occasionally on the production floor and comply with PPE requirements
- Authorization to work in the United States without employment visa sponsorship
What We Do
Driven by values and dedicated to growing a safe and secure company, Millerbernd is the industry expert in manufacturing lighting and traffic poles for the departments of transportation across the United States. We are a privately owned company of three generations founded in 1933 and located in the heart of the Midwest, Winsted, Minnesota. While primarily serving the departments of transportation through our pole business, we also offer two other products- Rings and Cylinders and Airfield Ground Lighting. Our Ring and Cylinder business provides various rings and cylinders to OEMs across the US via our non-waste production process. Our Airfield Ground Lighting business produces airport lighting structures serving global equipment distributors and installers in this market. With 650,000 square feet of manufacturing space and averaging double-digit business growth year over year, Millerbernd is proudly growing a safe and secure company not only for our employees and customers but also for the future.
