Manufacturing Engineer(Direct Hire)
Huntley, IL
Job Requisition: 7471
Annual Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000. Individual salaries are based on education, geographic location, and alignment to the market data.
Description for Manufacturing Engineer:
Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer (Operations & Technology) to modernize our production practices and drive technology-forward solutions. This role is critical to bridging legacy systems with next-generation automation, data intelligence, and lean manufacturing. The Manufacturing Engineer will be a hands-on leader and change agent on the plant floor, combining classical process engineering with cutting-edge tools like IoT, automation, and smart analytics. Your mission: optimize processes, boost performance, digitize workflows, and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities for Manufacturing Engineer:
- Modernize Manufacturing Systems: Evaluate and implement new technologies (e.g., automation, smart sensors, MES systems) to improve operational visibility, reduce downtime, and increase efficiency.
- Drive Digital Transformation: Lead efforts to digitize paper-based systems and establish real-time dashboards and KPIs for tracking production performance.
- Continuous Improvement: Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies. Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste, enhance yield, and improve cycle times.
- Production Floor Leadership: Partner with supervisors, engineers, and technicians to troubleshoot issues, train staff, and execute process improvements.
- Process Standardization: Develop SOPs, One Point Lessons, and visual workflows that standardize best practices across shifts and lines.
- CAPA and Root Cause Analysis: Lead structured problem-solving efforts and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Equipment Optimization: Participate in specification, installation, and startup of new equipment, including automation, robotics, or digital interfaces.
- Technology Scout: Continuously research and evaluate new equipment and software platforms that could modernize the plant’s capabilities.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to improve overall plant performance.
Requirements forManufacturing Engineer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or similar).
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or operations engineering.
- Proven track record of leading technology-based improvement projects in a manufacturing setting.
- Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and 5S.
- Comfortable with MES, ERP, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and CAD software; PLC or robotics exposure a plus.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills; capable of coaching frontline personnel.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.
- Must be flexible to work occasional off-shifts to support implementation projects.
Benefits for Manufacturing Engineer:
- Medical, Dental and Vision
- FSA, HSA and Life Insurance
- 401k with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Wellbeing Resources like EAP
- Employee Discounts
- Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Opportunities for career development and advancement
