About this opportunity
Sterling Engineering Inc. lists this Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in gurnee, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Gurnee, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire, Onsite
Target Salary: $77,500 - $82,500/year
Work Schedule: 7:00AM-3:30PM, Monday-Friday
Job Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineer will provide hands-on engineering and technical support for manufacturing and assembly processes, focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity. This role will support process development, equipment and automation integration, production layouts, continuous improvement, and troubleshooting. Must Have Skills: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
2-3 years of manufacturing experience
1+ year supporting or installing manufacturing processes
1+ year of experience with manufacturing automation equipment
AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks experience
Understanding of manufacturing metrics and process improvement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Job Duties: Provide engineering and technical support for manufacturing and assembly processes
Develop and improve manufacturing processes, production flow, equipment, tooling, and layouts
Support installation and integration of manufacturing and automation equipment
Analyze processes to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and cost
Identify root causes of downtime, defects, and process inefficiencies
Lead or support continuous improvement and corrective action projects
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools to reduce waste and improve productivity
Develop and maintain equipment layouts, work instructions, and production procedures
Support PFMEA, process flow charts, control plans, and other quality tools
Work with Production, Quality, Operations, and vendors to resolve issues
Support projects from concept through implementation
Evaluate opportunities to improve processes, equipment, and operating standards
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline required
2-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, automation, equipment installation, or process improvement
AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks experience
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles preferred
Experience with manufacturing metrics and data analysis
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Strong communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
Spanish language skills are a plus
Lean/Six Sigma certification is a plus
Willingness to travel minimally (up to 10%)
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.
Worksite address
gurnee, IL, 60031, US
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