Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineering

Direct Hire

Chicago, IL

• Support production in reducing / eliminating equipment and tooling downtime or scrap, utilizing good analytical methodologies.
• Create & maintain Process Flow, PFMEA, Standard Operating Procedures and Line Balance documentation.
• Meet or exceed labor content standards utilizing good assembly methodologies and ergonomics.
• Support and maintain error-proofing methodologies, cell layout enhancements and update Master CAD layouts.
• Support and develop department or maintenance projects / activities with good engineering direction. Take part or facilitate the team Lean strategies and methodologies and/or Six Sigma activities.
• Facilitate process/continued improvement.
• Support, cost estimate and document all engineering changes.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any non conformance relating to product, process & systems. Implement interim processes as required to correct or contain all non-conformances.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing/mechanical processes and equipment (PLC, torque tools and equipment).
• Document all activities as required.
• Adhere to all company guidelines for Emergency Evacuation to ensure employee safety.

Limits of Authority:

• Advise Department Manager of those situations that may pose a significant risk to the program, product assurance, facilities, employee safety or customer satisfaction results.
• Initiate actions to prevent the occurrence of any non conformance relating to product, process & systems.
• Identify and record any problems relating to the product, process or system.
• Initiate, recommend or provide solutions thought the appropriate channels and verify implementation.
• Control further processing and delivery of nonconforming product until the deficiency is corrected.
• Initiate project RFQ’s with supporting documentation to be signed.
• Quote / negotiate pricing and timing from vendors for equipment and tooling.
• Maintain and obtain approvals for facility layouts and process documentation.
• Assist and support project management timelines.

Requirements

• 2-year minimum college education and 1 year of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Skills in labor analysis (time studies)
• AutoCAD experience
• PLC understanding
• Windows Applications (Excel, Word, Project, Management, PowerPoint)
• Good mechanical / technical skills
• Possess excellent leadership abilities, organizational and communication skills
• Able to maintain confidential information
• Approximately 20% travel required
• Valid driver’s license required

Benefits

• **Relocation for this role is available and will be one-time lump sum bonus.