Manufacturing Engineer

Doist; Roselle (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Wellness perks

Job summary

Signode is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to oversee the technical development of production lines, set and maintain assembly processes, and develop testing procedures for quality assurance. The role requires lean manufacturing experience and strong collaboration across functions.

You will analyze production data, lead improvement projects, and drive efficiency by applying DMAIC/Kaizen principles. This on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 2+ years of work-related experience in manufacturing.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodologies (DMAIC, Kaizen).
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and AutoCAD; able to read technical drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with production processes, equipment, and tools.
• Coordinate with various departments to implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support New Production Introduction for production cells.
• Address technical issues affecting production lines and costs.
• Generate and implement lean improvements to raise efficiency and quality.
• Lead Kaizen events and root-cause investigations.
• Develop and implement improvement projects for processes, equipment, and tools.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Time management

Team player

Analytical skills

Leading edge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

With over $2B in revenue, 80+ manufacturing facilities across 6 continents and over 9,000 employees worldwide, Signode is a leading manufacturer of a broad spectrum of transit packaging consumables, tools, software, and equipment that optimize end-of-line packaging operations and protect products in transit. Signode brings this extensive product portfolio together under hundreds of trusted brands to offer complete transit packaging solutions to its customers.

We produce strap, stretch and protective packaging. We also manufacture packaging tools and equipment used to apply the bulk packaging materials. These commercial packaging products are used to pack, bundle, unitize, protect, and secure goods during warehousing and transit. Our company is a pioneer in the industrial packaging sector with a long history of customer-focused innovations in materials, processes and automation technology that have revolutionized the sector.

Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, we are proud to be the Transit Packaging Division of Crown Holdings, Inc. We are excited to go to market as Signode and to share the portfolio of products, services and capabilities that make us the world’s premier end-of-line packaging company.

Job Description

Signode offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more. Benefits begin the month following the hire date.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $95,000 - $115,000 and varies based on specific responsibilities and geographic location. Starting annual salary within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or skillset.

Summary:

The Manufacturing Engineer will oversee the technical development of the production lines. Their duties include setting and maintaining the assembly lines, developing testing procedures/equipment for quality assurance, and gathering statistics to assess efficiency.

Essential Functions:

Production Support & Improvement

• Troubleshoot and resolve problems with production processes, equipment, and tools.
• Coordinate with various departments to execute and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Support New Production Introduction for production cells.
• Address technical issues (i.e., tool, equipment, process, training, etc.) resulting in potential delays and/or higher cost of production parts.
• Generate and implement sustainable processes using lean manufacturing principles to improve production.
• Lead/Participate in Kaizen and problem-solving activities.
• Initiate root-cause investigations, analysis, and documentation of downstream production failures.
• Develop and implement improvement projects for the production process, equipment, and tools.
• Provide information that supports manufacturing operations, such as performing historical data analysis, design, documentation, implementation, and validation of equipment and process changes.
• Design, develop, implement, and support both hardware and software systems used in manufacturing.
• Actively participate as technical lead for assigned projects.
• Perform time studies on the line to understand opportunities for improvement.
• Create and maintain procedures/work instructions and requalification documents.
• Route documents for approval and release.
• Owner of final inspection and documenting checklist/reports.
• Complete all assigned and required training satisfactorily and on time.

Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Experience:

• 2-plus years of work-related experience in manufacturing.
• Understands Lean Manufacturing principles and problem-solving methodology (DMAIC. Kaizen).
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Understand technical drawings and GD&T.
• Knowledge of manufacturing quality systems.

Functional Success Drivers: These competencies are what we require for an individual to be successful in this role.

• Analysis Skills
• Problem-solving
• Leading Edge
• Time Management
• Team Player

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

Signode is committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, including providing reasonable accommodations during our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation in applying for this position, please contact us at [e-mail].

Signode participates in E-Verify and will provide the Department of Homeland Security your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

Signode Industrial Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affiliation Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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