Job DescriptionTitle: Manufacturing Engineer (CI)Location: Sugar Grove, IL 60554Overview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands for professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.Hire Type: Direct HireJob Summary:
- We are seeking a motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Continuous Improvement focused) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, preferably within sheet metal or metal fabrication environments, and a passion for driving process improvements and enhancing productivity.
Job Duties:
- Evaluate current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity.
- Implement and lead continuous improvement projects, focusing on process optimization and waste elimination.
- Analyze and enhance machine programming (CNC, Laser Cutters, Benders, Press Brake equipment) to improve performance and reduce downtime (experience in this area is a major plus).
- Manage and improve processes in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment, addressing frequent changeovers and setups.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement cost-cutting measures.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.
Qualifications:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
- Minimally 2+ years in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments
- Strong expertise in process improvements within manufacturing environments.
- Hands-on experience in sheet metal or metal fabrication industries.
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. Meet Your RecruiterNaeomi CervantesAs one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.