Manufacturing Engineer

Morales Professional, a morales group company; Paris (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Morales Professional, part of Morales Group, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer in Paris, IL to drive new product introductions and develop manufacturing processes. You will lead tooling, production workflows, and cross-functional collaboration to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.

The role requires applying Lean and Kaizen methods, data-driven decisions, and strong project management in a fast-paced aerospace-related environment, delivering on time while meeting cost targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, product development, or new product introduction (NPI).
• Experience supporting aerospace, sheet metal fabrication, metal manufacturing, or related industries preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and implement manufacturing processes and production methods for new and existing products.
• Lead manufacturing activities related to new product introductions (NPI) and production launches.
• Coordinate project timelines, establish goals, train team members, and evaluate project outcomes.
• Design, develop, test, source, and justify tooling, equipment, and machinery to support manufacturing operations.
• Analyze products and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvements, and increased efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and production teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and provide technical expertise throughout the product lifecycle.
• Monitor manufacturing performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, quality, and safety.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities throughout the facility.
• Ensure projects are completed on time while meeting quality, cost, and performance objectives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Continuous improvement

Data-driven decisions

Project management

Communication

Multitasking

Hands-on approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Manufacturing systems

Job description

At Morales Professional, we believe careers are more than jobs, they are opportunities to build better futures. As part of Morales Group, an award-winning staffing and talent solutions organization, we are committed to connecting exceptional people with organizations where they can grow, contribute, and thrive. If you're looking for a company that values integrity, collaboration, continuous improvement, and people-first leadership, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We're partnering with a growing aerospace-focused manufacturer in Paris, IL to hire a Manufacturing Engineer. In this role, you'll be responsible for driving new product introduction initiatives, developing manufacturing processes, and implementing production tooling that supports operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, leading new product launches, and collaborating across departments to improve quality, efficiency, and productivity. You'll play a key role in transforming concepts into successful production-ready solutions while making a measurable impact on manufacturing performance.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and implement manufacturing processes and production methods for new and existing products
• Lead manufacturing activities related to new product introductions (NPI) and production launches
• Coordinate project timelines, establish goals, train team members, and evaluate project outcomes
• Design, develop, test, source, and justify tooling, equipment, and machinery to support manufacturing operations
• Analyze products and manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvements, and increased efficiency
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and production teams to ensure successful project execution
• Represent manufacturing on cross-functional teams and provide technical expertise throughout the product lifecycle
• Monitor manufacturing performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, throughput, quality, and safety
• Collect, analyze, and interpret operational data to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and manufacturing standards
• Support Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities throughout the facility
• Ensure projects are completed on time while meeting quality, cost, and performance objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, product development, or new product introduction (NPI)
• Experience supporting aerospace, sheet metal fabrication, metal manufacturing, or related industries preferred

Required Skills

• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience developing manufacturing processes, tooling, fixtures, and production workflows
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong computer proficiency and experience with engineering and manufacturing systems
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple departments
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Self-starter with a hands-on approach to solving manufacturing challenges

Preferred Skills

• Experience in aerospace, sheet metal fabrication, or related industries

Pay range and compensation package

Pay: $80,000-$100,000

• Direct hire opportunity with long-term career growth potential
• Opportunity to lead impactful new product development and manufacturing projects
• Collaborative environment that values innovation and continuous improvement
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and processes
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

Morales Professional is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.