Michael Page
Manufacturing Engineer Job at Michael Page in Hanover Park
Michael Page, Hanover Park, IL, United States
- Employer covers 100% of all health benefits
- Company provides opportunities for international business travel
Our client is an industry leading contract power tool manufacturer selling directly to major retail stores and Amazon. They are undergoing rapid growth and are investing a ton of resources into upgrading the capabilities of the production site. To facilitate the exciting growth happening at the national and international sites, they are seeking a new Manufacturing Engineer to join the team.
Job Description
Main duties and responsibilities include the following:
- Spearhead projects centered around LEAN/CI initiatives to reduce production costs & material waste
- Work across different teams including quality control & design
- Assist in a production changeover from China to either Thailand or Vietnam
- Sourcing materials or machinery
- Troubleshoot production issues as needed
- Ability to travel 3 to 4 times a year internationally
- Based on customer prints, optimize manufacturing processes/workflow to ensure most efficient production
- Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify areas for process improvement
- Assist in quoting activities based on customer requests
- Design & implement fixtures & jigs to implement into production
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
The successful candidate will possess the following:
- 4+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment, injection molding background strongly preferred
- Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing/Continuous Improvement principles
- Familiarity with quality management systems
- Demonstrated project management skills, with focus on time management & budget constraints
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Base salary $80,000 - $90,000 depending on level of experience
- Discretionary bonus based on company performance (usually around $10,000)
- 4 weeks PTO
- 100% paid insurance coverage for all employees
- Travel costs are covered
- 10% 401k match
Contact
Michael Turner
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6587403