CNC & Manufacturing Engineer — Lean Process Improver

IMH Products; Prophetstown (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

IMH Products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive new component and product introductions, CNC programming, and root-cause analysis for defective parts. You will collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to implement manufacturability enhancements and waste-reducing strategies in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, continuous improvement, and maintaining thorough documentation while enabling smooth integration of new processes into manufacturing

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Experience in SolidWorks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts.
• High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining accurate documentation.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive, supportive atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Review incoming customer prints and models to generate accurate cost quotes within the ERP software while evaluating production feasibility. Verify incoming customer data and generate new blueprints, models, and files for production using CAD software, applying risk mitigation, and implement solutions for manufacturability.
• Program CNC laser and press brakes and develop fabrication techniques, drawing on fundamental principles of engineering and manufacturing and bending programs and fabrication techniques, drawing on fundamental principles of engineering and manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain documentation of work instruction and processing notes as needed.
• Provides technical guidance and liaison to production operations, assists with new techniques, and may assist in the determination of root causes of rejected parts and their disposition.
• Continually evaluate and contribute to process and department needs focused on continuous improvements in fixturing and gauges, software, controls, and mechanisms to obtain better workflow, processing, quality, and cost reductions.
• Maximize competitive advantage through lean practices by driving continuous improvement activities such 5S, housekeeping, cost reduction, process improvements, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and production to ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues related to CNC machining, metal fabrication, and assembly processes.
• Stay current with industry trends, advancements in manufacturing technology, and best practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC machining

Communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

IMH Products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive new component and product introductions, CNC programming, and root-cause analysis for defective parts. You will collaborate with design, quality, and production teams to implement manufacturability enhancements and waste-reducing strategies in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes Lean practices, continuous improvement, and maintaining thorough documentation while enabling smooth integration of new processes into manufacturing