Job Title:  Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes in our Aurora, IL manufacturing plant.

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods.
• Analyze and plan work force utilization, space requirements, workflow and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Work with Production and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Work with production and suppliers to determine equipment specifications and justify equipment needs and capital expenditures.
• Evaluate products and processes according to specifications and quality standards.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs and provide information for management decision.
• Attend meetings, as assigned, and as appropriate to evaluate ECN’s and to discuss and evaluate issues which affect production.
• Design assembly, test, and calibration fixtures with input from Engineering, as required.
• Order and coordinate Manufacturing Pilot Runs, as required, on review of ECNs on new or modified products.
• Prepare cost build-ups and estimates as required for product development, specials, and input to purchasing for make/buy decisions
• Review SPI’s and job descriptions related to the department and provide input on keeping them current.
• Prepare operational procedures and reviews manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Review production and operating reports and resolve operational, manufacturing and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
• Develop or revise standard operational and working practices and observe workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Assist Supervisor in coordinating and observing workflow within the department

REQUIREMENTS

• BS Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
• 6+ years related experience.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in writing, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Have knowledge of Database software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
• Able to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Able to sit and stand throughout the day.