Manufacturing Engineer ll

Ultimate Staffing Services; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Naperville, IL seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II to optimize processes and lead manufacturing improvements. The role focuses on applying Six Sigma and LEAN methods to redesign equipment and improve efficiency, while developing protocols to qualify manufacturing changes.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 2–4 years’ experience; familiarity with FDA medical device guidelines is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 2-4 years experience required.
• Experience with process optimization and manufacturing environments preferred.
• Familiarity with FDA regulations for medical devices is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes using six sigma and LEAN methods to improve efficiency.
• Develop experiments and tests to qualify and validate processes; analyze data and report results.
• Address manufacturing and compliance issues (CAPA, non-conformances, audits).
• Create training and work instructions for production to transfer knowledge.
• Plan projects with deliverables aligned to customer expectations using PM tools.
• Oversee technicians, guide testing, and coordinate stakeholder coordination.

Skills

Six Sigma

Lean methods

Project management

Statistical analysis

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Project

CAD

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer ll (JN -082026-429132) Naperville, Illinois

Salary: USD40 - USD45 per hour

Manufacturing Engineer II

Duration – 1 year

Max Pay – $45/hour

Summary:

The main function of a manufacturing engineer is to apply knowledge of technical principles and company systems/procedures to optimize manufacturing processes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Optimize manufacturing processes, including using engineering methods (e.g., SIX Sigma and LEAN methods) for continuous process improvement and/or re-design/design of equipment, tools, fixtures, etc. to improve manufacturing processes, employing technical design skills
• Develop moderately complex experiments and tests (including writing and executing protocols) to qualify and validate manufacturing processes; analyze results, make recommendations, and develop reports
• Analyze and resolve moderately complex Manufacturing and Compliance issues (e.g., CAPA, non-conformances, audit observations)
• Develop training and documentation materials (e.g., work instructions) for production to enable the seamless knowledge transfer of project and manufacturing processes
• Establish project plans to ensure deliverables are completed to customer’s expectations, using project management tools (e.g., Project Plan, Risk Analysis, etc.)
• Oversee manufacturing support tasks; give instruction to technicians on conducting tests; train technicians and provide feedback; and coordinate technician work
• Other incidental duties assigned by Leadership

Skills:

• Good computer skills in usage of MS Office Suite including MS Project; CAD experience preferred (if applicable)
• Good documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
• Basic understanding of statistical techniques
• Previous experience working with lab/industrial equipment required (if applicable)
• Solid understanding and knowledge of principles, theories, and concepts relevant to Engineering
• Solid problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
• Solid understanding of processes and equipment used in assigned work
• Knowledge of and adherence to company Environmental Health & Safety and Quality guidelines as they relate to department clean room medical device manufacturing
• Knowledge of applicable FDA regulations for medical device industry
• Previous experience with medical device is ideal
• Strict attention to detail
• Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment
• Must be able to work in a team environment, including the ability to manage vendors and project stakeholders
• Ability to build productive internal/external working relationships
• Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• 2-4 years experience required.