Title:

Manufacturing Engineer IILocation:

Buffalo Grove, IL Overview:

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Hire Type:

Direct HireTarget Range:

$70,000-92,000

Job Summary:

Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes. Support production planning and decision-making by evaluating production times, staffing requirements, and costs while working closely with management, engineering, and other teams. Will also provide technical support, training, and process improvement expertise while using statistical methods to identify manufacturing needs and develop solutions.

Job Duties:

Develop and implement manufacturing process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, and costEvaluate production times, staffing requirements, and manufacturing costs to support management decisionsDevelop and coordinate project plans, manage project activities, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budgetLead DFMEA sessions to identify and mitigate potential design risksApply Lean Manufacturing principles, FMEA, and continuous improvement practices to improve manufacturing processesProvide technical support and training while collaborating with management, engineering, and other teamsIdentify cost-saving opportunities, improve resource utilization, and support overall business performanceTravel up to 10% to customer and manufacturing locations as needed

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university, or 3-6 years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceExperience with Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, PFMEA, and Gemba eventsAt least 6 months of experience with AutoCAD, Pro/E, or SolidWorksExceptional technical, problem-solving, and reasoning skillsSelf-motivated with the ability to work effectively as part of a team Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.