Sterling Engineering · 20 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Elgin, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
3+ years expSterling Engineering is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production and processes for CNC machining centers and assembly of CNC lathes. The role involves implementing lean initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and providing technical solutions related to CNC programming and tooling design.
ConsultingInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Steve Stabley
Responsibilities
Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; and support resources to maintain and document processes
Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations and participation from operators
Analyze, evaluate, promote and oversee implementation of production improvements and cost reduction ideas using lean methodology. Lead process-related projects from inception to full implementation
Facilitate continuous improvement throughout the location. Utilize Lean tool expertise (5S, Standard Work, DMAIC, Material Flow, etc.) to drive continuous improvements
Coordinate new product release from Product Engineering to Manufacturing
Coordinate/implement engineering changes among engineering, assembly and quality teams
Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; conferring with equipment vendors
Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
Maintains product and process data base by writing computer programs; entering data
Completes design and development projects by training and guiding technicians
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial or related)
3+ years of experience in CAD/CAM required (i.e. AutoCAD, Solidworks, MasterCam, SmartCam, etc.)
Knowledge of CNC machine programming
Should have strong leadership capabilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes required
Project management experience
Preferred
Six Sigma Belt training preferred
ERP experience (JD Edwards preferred)
Company
Sterling Engineering
Sterling Engineering is an engineering company providing technical recruitment and engineering project services.
501-1000 employees
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