Manufacturing Design Engineer Job at Michael Page in Carol Stream

The Manufacturing Engineer, reporting to the Engineering Manager, will have the opportunity to play a role in every phase of the manufacturing process, from quote to final production. You will work to optimize repeat and one-off manufacturing processes based on customer needs & internal capabilities.

Client Details

My client is an industry leading contract power tool manufacturer selling directly to major retail stores and Amazon. They are growing a ton recently, 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, my client seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to join the team.

Description

• Assist in a production changeover from China to either Thailand or Vietnam
• Sourcing materials or machinery
• Based on customer prints, optimize manufacturing processes/workflow to ensure most efficient production
• Work across different teams including quality control & design
• Assist in quoting activities based on customer requests
• Spearhead projects centered around LEAN/CI initiatives to reduce production costs & material waste
• Design & implement fixtures & jigs to implement into production
• Troubleshoot production issues as needed
• Analyze current manufacturing processes and identify areas for process improvement

Profile

• 4+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment, injection molding background strongly preferred
• Knowledge of LEAN manufacturing/Continuous Improvement principles
• Demonstrated project management skills, with focus on time management & budget constraints
• Familiarity with quality management systems
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Job Offer

• Base salary $75,000 - $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

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