Industrial Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$85,000–$100,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Auditing, Best Practices, Brake Press, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Customer Relations, Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Detail Oriented, Documentation, Emerging Technology, English Language, Ergonomics, Establish Priorities, Genetics, ISO 9001, Industrial Engineering, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Analysis, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Order Processing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Reviews, Product Support, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Production Costing, Production Support, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, SolidWorks, Spanish Language, Staff Training, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Workflow Analysis

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

30+ days ago

Position Description The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing new products and product improvements for manufacturability and planning and executing operational launch-related activities. Designing production processes and fixturing to ensure the safe production of the new and improved products. This role requires close collaboration across engineering and operations to ensure alignment and buy-in on key initiatives and process changes. This position reports to the Sr. Engineering Manager. What Will You Do? Partner with product development and operations leadership to plan and drive launch-related operational activities. This includes, but is not limited to, layout redesigns, manufacturing cell development, creation and maintenance of work instructions, product costs, and throughput analysis. Participate in DFMEAs and design reviews to ensure new designs can be manufactured safely and within our production capabilities. Own PFMEAs creation and maintenance to identify areas of risk and process controls needed to ensure the quality production of our products. Provide technical support to production for the launch of new products and changes on existing products with a focus on process and quality. Evaluate production capabilities versus new product requirements and purchase the equipment needed. Design any required new fixtures for fabrication or assembly. Assist with setting up order processing systems by determining production costs and establishing routings. Own the creation of work instructions and visual aids for assembly for new product and engineering changes. Proactively identify and address areas of opportunity and collaborate across the organization using lean techniques to improve safety and ergonomics, eliminate bottlenecks, increase quality, and reduce cost. Lead business efforts in the development and implementation of lean manufacturing concepts including developing strategies, training employees, facilitating kaizen events, and auditing areas to ensure sustainability of improvements. Keep up to date on changes and advances in technology and best practices, incorporating new techniques and tools where appropriate. Required Skills 5-10 years of experience as an Industrial or Manufacturing Engineer, preferably with New Product Development, Operational Excellence or related experience. Bachelors degree in relevant Engineering or Science discipline is required. Experience in project management with successful demonstration of timely implementation of project and continuous improvement initiatives. Demonstrated knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools and technologies and working knowledge of problem solving and root cause analysis techniques. Working knowledge and experience with ISO9001 requirements related to documentation, quality controls, training, product segregation requirements, and continuous improvement desired. Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar modeling software, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Working knowledge of manufacturing equipment including lasers, saws, press brakes, and CNC mills is preferred but not required. Bilingual in English and Spanish is desirable. Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000 starting base plus bonus Competencies: Proven track record of leading through influence. Able to build strong team relations with peers and work collaboratively with people across all levels and departments. Creative problem-solver, with the ability to find new and unique solutions to problems. Someone the team will wish to seek/engage to solve tough challenges. Customer-focused with a high sense of urgency. Demonstrated tenacity for identifying opportunities for improvements and developing solutions. Able to adapt to new situations and quickly learn new processes and technologies. Detail-oriented, with a desire to roll up your sleeves to help the team get the job done. Strong project management skills with the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines. Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and written, with all levels of work force including production workers, engineers and upper-level management. Must have the personality to run meetings and appropriately motivate others to action and alignment. Team player with a demonstrated history of building rapport and quickly integrating with a new team. Title: Industrial EngineerLocation: Chicago, ILHire Type: Direct HireSalary: $85,000 - $100,000 + BonusBenefits: Insurance ( Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and More! We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to lead new product introductions, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for evaluating product manufacturability, developing production processes, designing fixtures, implementing lean manufacturing strategies, and supporting successful product launches from concept through production. Key Responsibilities:Lead operational activities related to new product launches and product improvements Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs Participate in design reviews and DFMEA activities to identify manufacturing risks and opportunities Develop, maintain, and improve PFMEAs and process controls Provide technical support during product launches and engineering changes Evaluate production capabilities and identify equipment, tooling, and fixture requirements Design and implement manufacturing fixtures and assembly tooling Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions and visual work aids Develop product routings and manufacturing cost estimates Analyze throughput, workflow, and manufacturing efficiency Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction Facilitate Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects Utilize root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies to resolve manufacturing issues Drive process improvements related to ergonomics, bottlenecks, quality, and operational performance Support implementation and sustainability of Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the organization Stay current on emerging manufacturing technologies and best practices Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field 510 years of Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, NPI, or Operational Excellence experience Experience supporting new product introductions and manufacturing process development Strong project management experience with successful implementation of engineering and continuous improvement initiatives Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing documentation requirements preferred Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Experience with fabrication and manufacturing equipment such as lasers, saws, press brakes, and CNC machining preferred Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE

500 to 999 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

1969

WEBSITE

http://www.sterling-engineering.com

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