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Manufacturing Engineer

Holland

University Park, Illinois

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Corporate Policies, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cost Effectiveness Analysis, Crane, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Driver's License, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Forklift, Hydraulic Engineering, ISO 9001, Identify Issues, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Production Support, Productivity Management, Quality Control, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Root Cause Analysis, SolidWorks, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Player, Technical Support, Time Management, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Trend Analysis, Value Engineering, Vehicle Fleets, Welding, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
University Park, Illinois
POSTED
30+ days ago
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Process Development & Optimization: 
  • Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Establish and maintain process documentation, including work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Quality Control & Assurance: 

  • Implement and monitor quality control systems to ensure products meet specifications and standards.
  • Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for quality issues.
Production Support & Troubleshooting: 

  • Provide technical support to production teams, resolving manufacturing problems and ensuring smooth operations.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Cost Reduction & Efficiency Improvement: 

  • Identify and implement opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs and improve overall efficiency.
  • Analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Equipment & Tooling Management: 

  • Select, install, and maintain manufacturing equipment and tooling.
  • Ensure equipment is calibrated correctly and maintained for optimal performance.
Continuous Improvement: 

  • Implement Lean manufacturing principles and other continuous improvement methodologies.
Participate in and lead process improvement projects.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs. without reasonable accommodation.
  • The ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
  • Willingness to wear PPE (hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel-toed boots) as required.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
 
  • Office/cubicle environment.
  • Shop environment includes welding, overhead cranes, and fork trucks.
  • Field on-track environment involving all weather conditions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
 
  • BSME or Equivalent preferred.
  • 4-5 years of experience in mobile equipment's structural, mechanical, and hydraulic areas.
  • Proven knowledge of Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)
  • Solid Works or any other 3D modeling software experience. 
  • Knowledge and experience with Lean production concepts.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be committed to customer service.
  • Able to work to demanding deadlines.
  • Work effectively as a team member.
  • Ability to facilitate and make decisions.
  • Work with a sense of urgency.
  • Knowledge of FMEA, Lean practices, Six Sigma and Value Engineering.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and Passport and abide by our Corporate Fleet Policy
  • Ability to successfully complete all pre-employment testing required by Holland, L.P.
Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise this job description at any time to add or remove tasks as circumstances change, (e.g. emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs or technical developments).

Wage Type: Salaried, exempt
 
University Park, IL

About the Company

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Holland

Unmatched Next-Day Coverage

Founded in 1929 in Holland, Mich., Holland has long been recognized for delivering the most next-day service lanes in its territory and annually records one of the lowest claim ratios in the industry. Originally committed to serving the central United States, Holland has expanded farther into the Southeast and Midwest where it continues to provide on-time reliability. Its dedicated employees have earned the prestigious Quest for Quality award from Logistics Management magazine every year since the mid-1980s.

Coverage

Holland provides full-state regional delivery in 12 states and 2 provinces: Illinois; Indiana; Iowa; Kentucky; Michigan; Minnesota; Missouri; North Carolina; Ohio; South Carolina; Tennessee; Wisconsin; Ontario; and Quebec, Canada. We provide direct, regional delivery in large markets in 9 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kansas, Nebraska, New York, Pennsylvania, South Dakota and West Virginia. Holland also provides service to additional points in the Northeastern United States through a partnership with its sister company New Penn and to additional points in the Western United States through a partnership with its sister company Reddaway.

History

  • Founded in 1929 in Holland, Mich.
  • Acquired by TNT Ltd. in 1985; TNT became USF in 1996
  • Became part of YRC Worldwide (YRCW) in 2005

Facilities and Equipment

  • 58 service centers including 4 in Canada
  • 6,886 Trailers
  • 4,190 Tractors
  • Liftgate service available at most service centers

People

  • Scott D. Ware, president
  • Over 8,500 employees
  • 135 account executives

Service

  • More next-day service lanes than any other competitor in its region
  • Highly reliable on-time performance
  • 0.69 percent claim ratio 2017 YTD
  • 99.75 percent of all shipments delivered claim-free
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Transport and Storage - Materials
FOUNDED
1929
WEBSITE
http://www.hollandregional.com

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