Manufacturing Engineer

No C2C or 3rd party candidates will be considered.

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to 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.

Location: Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Target Range: $70,000-92,000

Job Duties:

• Develop and implement manufacturing process improvements focused on quality, efficiency, and cost
• Evaluate production times, staffing requirements, and manufacturing costs to support management decisions
• Develop and coordinate project plans, manage project activities, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Lead DFMEA sessions to identify and mitigate potential design risks
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles, FMEA, and continuous improvement practices to improve manufacturing processes
• Provide technical support and training while collaborating with management, engineering, and other teams
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, improve resource utilization, and support overall business performance
• Travel 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 experience
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, PFMEA, and Gemba events
• At least 6 months of experience with AutoCAD, Pro/E, or SolidWorks
• Exceptional technical, problem-solving, and reasoning skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively as part of a team