Manufacturing Engineer FurstStaffing - 3.6 Rockford, IL Job Details $80,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Defect resolution root cause analysis Quality control statistical data analysis Statistical Process Control Tooling design CAD design (engineering design task) Customer inquiry handling Manufacturing facility experience Quality improvement programs in engineering Manufacturing company experience Mechanical knowledge Implementing lean manufacturing processes Failure analysis

Full Job Description Position Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will support production operations, improve manufacturing processes, and help ensure product quality in our cold heading department. This role works closely with production, quality, and maintenance to drive continuous improvement, troubleshoot production challenges, and support customer inquiries on new products.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, evaluate, and improve cold heading and forming processes for efficiency and quality Troubleshoot process and tooling issues on the production floor Design and specify tooling and equipment for new and existing parts Work with Quality and Production to reduce scrap and downtime Analyze production data and recommend improvements Assist with machine setup procedures and process documentation Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and

ISO 9001

2015 standards Support new product development and process validation Collaborate with customers and vendors on technical requirements and improvements

Requirements:

Fastener manufacturing background (required) 2-5+ years of engineering or equivalent hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment (cold heading or metal forming strongly preferred) Familiarity with cold heading machines (e.g., National, Waterbury, or Sacma) and tooling Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) Knowledge of lean manufacturing, SPC, and root cause analysis Excellent communication and organizational skills Degree not required — relevant work experience is acceptable

Preferred:

Knowledge of heat treating, plating, and secondary operations Experience in an ISO-certified environment Interested in this wonderful job opportunity? Apply directly to this job posting. #FPTECH