Industrial Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Elk Grove Village is seeking a professional to develop and optimize production processes. Candidates should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and have 2-5 years of industry experience, preferably in the food manufacturing sector. Key responsibilities include process improvement initiatives, data analysis for equipment reliability, and collaboration with teams for operational efficiency. The ideal individual is skilled in SAP and AutoCAD, and understands Lean Six Sigma principles. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of industry experience in engineering roles.
• Experience with total productive maintenance (TPM) preferred.
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and principles desired.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize machine setpoints for production equipment.
• Lead process improvement initiatives across various workflow areas.
• Analyze performance data to enhance equipment reliability.

Skills

Process improvement

Data analysis

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or Technology

Tools

SAP

AutoCAD

PLC

Job description

Must have Skill Set: BS Industrial Engineering degree or similar

Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize centerline settings, machine setpoints and operating parameters for production equipment
• Lead process improvement initiatives across changeovers, sanitation, tooling and other workflow areas; identify operational inefficiencies and drive new process development where needed
• Partner with teams to evaluate and recommend cost-reduction, automation and capital improvement opportunities
• Improve equipment reliability by analyzing performance data, reducing scrap and waste and ensuring availability of critical parts
• Support Commissioning, Validation, and Startup (CVS) activities for capital projects and ensure smooth integration into operations
• Collaborate with Maintenance team to enhance preventive maintenance (PM) schedules, spare parts planning, repair procedures and overall asset health
• Analyze CMMS (M+) work-order data to identify patterns, root causes and improvement opportunities in maintenance performance
• Establish documentation standards for vendors and contractors that support training material development and operational readiness
• Serve as the primary liaison for OEMs, coordinating technician visits and providing on-site support as needed
• Lead targeted initiatives to increase uptime and equipment availability while reducing failures and unplanned downtime
• Coach and develop the Operational Process Leads to improve their skills, allowing them to be more effective team members; teams may be formed to attack a specific defect / loss or to support a specific project / initiative
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in the Engineering / Technology Field from an accredited institution
• 2-5 years of industry experience developing and writing procedures with cross functional teams; experience use with total productive maintenance (TPM) preferred
• Proficient use and knowledge in SAP, Adobe Acrobat Writer, PLC, AutoCAD and/or similar 2D CAD program and Shop Floor integration
• Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and principles preferred
• Experience in a manufacturing environment; food industry experience is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with plant operations, packaging and processing equipment
• Ability to proactively lead and coach teams to solve problems, multi-task, deliver continuous improvement initiatives, establish sound operating