Sterling Engineering ยท 7 hours ago
Industrial Engineer
Niles, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $110K/yr
2+ years expSterling Engineering is a global manufacturer of engineered automotive and transportation components, seeking an Industrial Engineer to support and improve high-volume production operations. The role focuses on process optimization, equipment performance, quality improvement, and cost reduction within a structured, team-oriented manufacturing environment.
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Responsibilities
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and throughput
Support production by troubleshooting process, equipment, and quality issues to minimize downtime
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
Analyze production data and KPIs to identify opportunities for cost reduction and performance improvement
Collaborate with quality, maintenance, tooling, and operations teams to resolve manufacturing issues
Support new product launches, process changes, and equipment installations
Create and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and routings
Participate in PFMEA, control plans, and root cause analysis (RCA) activities
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve manufacturability and process capability
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering, or related field
2-7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume production environment
Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools
Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
Comfortable working hands-on in a manufacturing plant environment
Preferred
Experience in automotive or industrial manufacturing
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities.
A structured, safety-first manufacturing environment.
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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