Manufacturing Engineer

- Entry Level

Des Plaines, IL

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The manufacturing engineer will help keep production running smoothly through direct hands on troubleshooting and also implement machine/process improvements on existing machinery (PLC automated assembly equipment running plastic parts ~10 sec/part). This is a hands-on technical role with a lot of exposure to direct troubleshooting of the automation equipment. This requires on-site attendance in our Des Plaines facility to be effective.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on overseeing and technical troubleshooting of existing automated equipment/processes (PLC & Computer driven assembly equipment, both in house made and purchased equipment).
• Through various forms of data analysis, develop improvement initiatives or projects that resolve quality and delivery issues, customer complaints, or downtime.
• Develop and implement OEE metrics and create plan for improvement.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product, and testing process capabilities. Also establishing standards and confirming manufacturing processes.
• Assist in the development, execution and implementation of process improvements identified and scheduled in annual improvement targets.
• Assist and help develop manufacturing processes with new product launches into production.
• Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service when needed.
• Assist in the development, execution and implementation of annual capital budgets/projects.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Interface and work shoulder to shoulder with the maintenance and toolroom team on a daily basis to help keep production up and running.
• Other duties as required by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Degree
• 1-3 years' experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in medium volume high SKU environment
• Computer skills
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving skills
• Communication skills

Nice-to-haves

• Drive for results
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing
• Sound knowledge of manufacturing methods and procedures
• Manufacturing knowledge, technical knowledge of products