Title :

Manufacturing Engineer

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Weld Location :

Moline, IL Details :

Contract with ongoing need, opportunity for direct hire, fully onsite role

Pay Rate :

$40.00

• 43.00/hr. with benefit inclusions 1 st shift
• 6am•2:30pm CST Visa sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future Job Summary We are seeking a Weld Engineer to provide front-line support for welding operations within a manufacturing environment.

This role focuses on supporting production teams, resolving weld-related process and quality concerns, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with manufacturing engineering to enhance efficiency, tooling, and overall weld process performance. The position does not perform weld applications but serves as a key technical resource for welding operations, troubleshooting, and process support. Responsibilities Provide front-line support for welding operations, including manual and robotic weld processes. Respond to production line calls and troubleshoot weld-related process, tooling, and quality issues. Support operators with quality concerns and assist in resolving manufacturing issues. Collaborate with manufacturing engineering teams on process improvements and operational projects. Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to weld fixtures, tooling, efficiency, and process performance. Analyze line and process design, material presentation, and cycle imbalances to improve productivity. Support production operations within the order fulfillment process. Utilize engineering tools, systems, and databases to support manufacturing activities. Partner with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and process enhancements. Support quality initiatives and continuous monitoring of weld process performance. Years of Experience and Education Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

• or equivalent work experience.

1-3 years of experience in manufacturing, welding, quality engineering, or a related engineering environment. Skills Required Knowledge of manufacturing and welding processes. Experience supporting production operations, process troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Understanding of weld fixtures, tooling, tool design, and manufacturing process optimization. Quality engineering experience or experience supporting quality initiatives within a manufacturing environment. Knowledge of line and process design, material presentation, cycle balancing, and manufacturing management tools. Experience using engineering systems, databases, and technical tools. Familiarity with robotic welding systems, preferably Fanuc. Knowledge of preventive maintenance concepts and manufacturing facilities support. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills. Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime and weekends as business needs require. #LI-MJ1 #INDOEM