Manufacturing Engineer

Forest City Gear; Roscoe Township (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest City Gear in Roscoe, IL is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and collaborate with engineers. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on manufacturing experience. Responsibilities include investigating nonconformances, designing tooling, and training production staff. A degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering is preferred, with relevant experience highly valued. This role is pivotal for improving product quality and process efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of material characteristics including hardness and machinability.
• Experience with tooling design and consultation.

Responsibilities

• Interface with process engineers and production personnel.
• Investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and manage workflow schedules.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Hands-on experience in manufacturing environments

Working knowledge of material characteristics

Experience with tooling design

Ability to analyze blueprints

Excellent problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Roscoe, IL, 61073

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Roscoe, IL. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with process engineers and production personnel to optimize manufacturing processes, investigate nonconformances, and implement effective corrective actions. This role requires strong mechanical aptitude, a working knowledge of material characteristics, and the ability to design and consult on tooling and assembly processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Interface with process engineers and production personnel to ensure smooth manufacturing operations.
• Investigate nonconformances and implement corrective actions to improve product quality and process efficiency.
• Develop and manage workflow schedules to meet production targets.
• Design novel tooling as needed to support manufacturing processes.
• Consult on the need for new tooling such as hobbers, shaper cutters, and grinding wheels.
• Train production staff and other team members as required.
• Inspect and measure components and assemblies to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Consult on assembly processes to optimize efficiency and quality.
• Analyze dimensional changes resulting from special processes such as heat treatment.
• Review and interpret blueprints and work instructions to guide manufacturing activities.
• Assess machine tool capabilities to ensure they meet production requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience in manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of material characteristics including hardness and machinability.
• Experience with tooling design and consultation, including hobbers, shaper cutters, and grinding wheels.
• Ability to analyze and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and dimensional data.
• Proficient in assessing machine tool capabilities and limitations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills to interface with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to train and mentor production personnel as needed.

Education & Experience

Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred. Relevant manufacturing experience is highly valued.