Manufacturing Engineer

Duravant; Wood Dale (IL); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 115.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

FSA/HSA options

Life and disability insurance

Maternity/Paternity Leave

401(k) match

Educational assistance

PTO & holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

nVenia, part of the Duravant family, is a leading manufacturer of automated packaging equipment. We seek a Manufacturing Engineer to support a high mix, low volume engineered-to-order business.

You will drive ERP (Epicor) excellence, design-for-manufacturability, and data‑driven decision making to improve production efficiency and product cost structure. This role partners with product management, engineering and operations in Wood Dale, IL.

Competenze

• 5–10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high mix, low volume environment.
• Experience with ERP systems (Epicor strongly preferred).
• Demonstrated expertise in DFM and product cost optimization.
• Strong analytical skills (Excel, data modeling, cost analysis) and cross-functional collaboration.

Mansioni

• Drive ERP & systems excellence (Epicor preferred), including EOQ, routings, and structure.
• Develop scalable processes for engineered-to-order and configurable products; optimize throughput.
• Lead DFM initiatives with design engineering to reduce cost, simplify fabrication and improve margins.
• Analyze manufacturing performance and build models to support quoting, capacity planning, and process improvement.

Conoscenze

ERP systems (Epicor)

DFM

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Strumenti

CAD-PDM integrations

Descrizione del lavoro

Manufacturing Engineer# Manufacturing EngineerWood Dale, IL 60191## OverviewSalary Range$90,000.00 - $115,000.00 SalaryLevelExperiencedPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDayEducation Level4 Year DegreeTravel Percentage0%CategoryManagement## DescriptionnVenia, part of the Duravant family of companies, is a leading manufacturer of automated packaging equipment, integrated packaging systems, and aftermarket solutions. Built on the trusted brands of Arpac, Fischbein, Hamer, and Ohlson, nVenia helps customers across consumer goods, food and beverage, industrial, and other industries improve productivity and operational performance through innovative, customer-focused packaging solutions. Combining deep industry expertise with Duravant's global resources, nVenia is committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences through innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration.**Why Work at nVenia?*** nVenia offers a competitive benefits package for all full-time employees, including:* Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), when allowed by tax law* Paid life insurance and disability insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage* Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave* Optional coverages: Long-term Care, Accident Insurance, and Critical Illness Insurance* 401(k) plan with company match* Educational Assistance reimbursement* Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)* 10 paid holidays annually**POSITION SUMMARY:**We are seeking a highly capable Manufacturing Engineer to support a high mix, low volume (HMLV) engineered-to-order business. This role will drive ERP (Epicor) excellence, design-for-manufacturability (DFM), and operational analytics to improve production efficiency, and product cost structure. This individual will operate as a critical partner to product management, engineering, and operations, ensuring that designs are manufacturable, routings are accurate, and data drives decision-making.**ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES****1. ERP & Systems Excellence (Epicor Preferred)•**Drive operational efficiency through ERP part setup including EOQ, routings and structure • Partner with IT and operations to optimize Epicor workflows for HMLV manufacturing • Lead continuous improvement initiatives tied to ERP usage (cycle times, labor standards, scrap tracking)**2. High Mix / Low Volume Manufacturing Optimization •**Develop scalable processes suitable for engineered-to-order and configurable products • Improve throughput without relying on high-volume assumptions or rigid standardization • Balance flexibility with discipline in manufacturing processes and documentation • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce complexity and improve flow**3. Design for Manufacturability (DFM) Leadership •**Partner with design engineering early in development to ensure manufacturable designs • Identify cost reduction opportunities through simplified fabrication, assembly, and material selection • Establish DFM guidelines and best practices across product lines • Support VAVE initiatives to improve margins and reduce part count and variability**4. Analytical & Data-Driven Decision Making •** Analyze manufacturing performance (labor efficiency, cost variance, lead times) • Build and maintain models to support quoting, capacity planning, and process improvement • Identify root causes of inefficiencies using structured problem-solving methods • Translate data into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership## Qualifications**POSITION REQUIREMENTS:*** 5–10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high mix, low volume environment* Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Epicor strongly preferred)* Demonstrated expertise in DFM and product cost optimization* Strong analytical skills (Excel, data modeling, cost analysis)* Proven ability to work cross-functionally (engineering, operations, product management)**PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:*** Experience with engineered-to-order or configurable equipment/products* Background in packaging machinery or automation systems* Familiarity with Lean principles adapted to HMLV environments (not strict LMHV)* Exposure to CAD-PDM integrations and part standardization strategies| || --- || **PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for a minimum of 8 hours per day. The employee is frequently required to grasp, handle, and feel objects, control and manage tools, and use hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk, stoop, kneel and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. **WORK ENVIRONMENT** While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but at times loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function **ADDITIONAL INFORMATION** nVenia is a packaging machinery manufacturing and service organization widely known to have the widest selection of packaging technology under one roof and is dedicated to providing our distributors and end-users the highest quality product and support. nVenia brings Duravant packaging leaders Arpac, Hamer-Fischbein and Ohlson Packaging together to create next-level packaging equipment integration and innovation. One name, in one location, with one shared focus: our customers and the problems we need to solve. |