Manufacturing Engineer

Gleason Corporation; Loves Park (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 6% Company match

Tuition Assistance Program

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

A leading gear technology firm located in Loves Park, Illinois seeks an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the design and implementation of manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a technical certificate or an Associate's Degree along with solid knowledge in CAD design, particularly PTC Creo. Responsibilities include generating manufacturing routings, participating in continuous improvement efforts, and providing hands-on production support. The role offers competitive benefits and the chance to work in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a solid background in CAD software.
• Proven experience in CNC material removal processes.
• Experience in developing running processes and operating instructions.

Responsibilities

• Generate manufacturing process routings to ensure quality precision components.
• Participate in continuous improvement kaizen teams.
• Develop macro-based ISO g-code for CNC machinery.

Skills

PTC Creo CAD

Lean manufacturing principles

Geometric tolerances

CNC machining

Microsoft Office

Education

Technical certificate or Associate’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Technology

Five years of applicable work experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

Gleason Cutting Tools Corporation, 1351 Windsor Road, Loves Park, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:00 AM

About Gleason

With more than 2,200 employees and 13 manufacturing facilities worldwide, Gleason Corporation is a leader in gear technology and supports customers in e‑mobility, commercial vehicles, aerospace, automotive, mining, and sustainable energy.

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, requisition, order processing, documentation and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives related to manufacturing processes, fixturing, tooling, and production equipment. Works closely with production personnel to solve problems using lean manufacturing principles and provides CAD/CAM support in material‑removal manufacturing environments.

We seek applicants who bring a “roll up the sleeves” attitude and thrive in consistent problem‑solving environments.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including a 6% Company 401(k) match
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Formal and informal Development opportunities
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
• Safety shoe and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement and membership to our on‑site health club
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary/Company paid life insurance (eligible 1st of month after hire)
• 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement (eligible one year after hire with Management approval)

Responsibilities

• Generate manufacturing process routings to ensure cost‑effective, high‑quality precision components.
• Evaluate and determine internal manufacturing or purchase BOM items.
• Use PTC Creo CAD software to develop solid models, drawings and BOM for fixturing, tooling, and machine components.
• Apply geometric tolerances and mechanical drafting standards to ensure proper form‑fit‑function.
• Create work holding product quotations with target margin for sales/customer inquiries.
• Participate in continuous improvement kaizen teams, applying lean techniques such as PDCA, Five‑Whys, Fish Bone Diagrams, Pareto Charts, Gemba, Polka‑Yoke, 6S, DOE, TPM, OEE, VSM, etc.
• Understand ISO quality and environmental programs.
• Provide hands‑on production support in material removal manufacturing environments.
• Develop parameter‑driven macro‑based ISO g‑code or EIA for CNC machinery.
• Work with tooling vendors to identify opportunities for testing and machining efficiency improvements.
• Organize, perform and document tooling trials, clearly identifying and communicating results for cost reduction and/or cycle‑time improvements.
• Coordinate with supply chain, production supervision and tooling integrators regarding the proper inventory obsolescence of old tooling and introduction of new tooling.
• Participate in developing technical specifications, procurement, acceptance, and implementation of new and rebuilt production equipment.
• Produce documentation of processes and operating instructions including speeds, feeds, tooling, quality control techniques, etc.

Education and Experience

Technical certificate or Associate’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing or Industrial Technology, or five years of applicable work experience with training in solid‑model CAD system is required.

Three years as a Manufacturing Engineer – tooling, or a minimum of five years in tooling or manufacturing engineering with CNC material removal processes. Prefer strong background in 4‑axis machining and/or precision grinding. Must be capable of generating CAD solid models and drawings with proper tolerances of machine and work‑holding components.

Computer Skills

PTC Creo experience or similar solid‑model CAD software for designing and detailing mechanical elements for machines, work‑holding, and tooling. Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook). Use ERP system (SAP) for production order processing, process routings, and purchase requisitions.

All applicants offered employment will complete substance and physical capacity testing.

EEO Statement

Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Salary and Benefits

The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.