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Polaris Inc. · 4 hours ago

Manufacturing Engineer, Metal Paint

Polaris Inc. is a global leader in powersports, dedicated to innovation and employee empowerment. The Manufacturing Engineer, Metal Paint will develop and maintain manufacturing processes for safe and efficient production, focusing on surface finishing and coating operations.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing and finishing processes to meet safety, quality, environmental, cost, and production requirements
Monitor and evaluate coating and finishing processes, including powder or liquid paint systems, to ensure process stability and conformance
Analyze manufacturing methods, labor standards, material usage, and workstation layouts to improve productivity, material flow, and cost efficiency
Support waste handling and wastewater-related process controls by reviewing samples, monitoring process indicators, and identifying improvement opportunities
Partner closely with manufacturing technicians to review daily process adjustments, troubleshoot issues, and maintain consistent operations
Define tooling, fixturing, and equipment requirements to support current production and new product introduction
Review product and process designs and recommend changes to improve manufacturability, quality, labor efficiency, and material usage
Develop and maintain process documentation, standard work instructions, and supporting technical records

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringCoating ProcessesProcess OptimizationChemistry FundamentalsProblem SolvingCollaborationCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
1+ years of relevant manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment
Experience analyzing manufacturing processes, materials, and labor requirements for both current production and new product introduction
Ability to work directly with technicians and operators to review process performance, adjustments, and improvement opportunities
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and long‑term improvement initiatives

Preferred

Experience supporting coating, finishing, or paint processes, including powder coating and/or liquid paint systems
Working knowledge of chemistry fundamentals related to manufacturing processes (e.g., acids, bases, coatings, or material reactions)

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Market-leading profit-sharing plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Discounted employee stock purchases plan
Generous matching contribution to 401(k)
Financial wellness education and consultation
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off
Gym & personal training reimbursement
Life insurance
Disability offerings
Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off

Company

Polaris Inc.

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Since 1954, Polaris has proudly defined, re-defined and then raised the bar again for the powersports industry.

H1B Sponsorship

Polaris Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (6)
2024 (19)
2023 (17)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$850M
2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2025-07-02Post Ipo Debt· $350M
1987-08-21IPO

Leadership Team

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Mike Speetzen
Chief Executive Officer
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