Manufacturing Engineer (CI)

Sugar Grove, IL 60554

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Industrial Engineering Job Number: 40776925 Compensation: $65000-80000 / year

Job Description

Title: Manufacturing Engineer (CI)
Location: Sugar Grove, IL  60554
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $65k-$75k/yr.
Benefits: Insurance ( Medical/ Dental/ Vision), Company paid Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, 401k with company match, PTO, 12 Paid Holidays

Sterling Engineering is looking for a motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Continuous Improvement focused) for a client of ours near Sugar Grove, IL. 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. 

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Naeomi Cervantes

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