Manufacturing Engineer | Medical Device

Michael Page; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 Weeks PTO + company holidays

Health benefits through BCBS

On-site gym access

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a medical device company in Illinois. The role involves leading LEAN initiatives and improving manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and quality. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in a regulated environment. A competitive salary and benefits including health coverage and PTO are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device preferred).
• Knowledge of RCA and process validation.
• Strong understanding of ISO 13485 and FDA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Analyze process data and address non-conformances.
• Partner with Maintenance to improve equipment uptime.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Problem-solving

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

ERP systems (e.g., IQMS)

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer | Medical Device based in Illinois. Lead LEAN/Continuous Improvement initiatives at a fast-growing facility, driving efficiency improvements and cost savings, with involvement in future expansion.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and documentation.
• Analyze process data and address non-conformances, low yields, or quality issues.
• Partner with Maintenance to improve equipment uptime and reduce downtime using root cause analysis and continuous improvement methods.
• Support and lead cross-functional projects; mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR Part 820 (CGMP).
• Implement new equipment and processes from specification to validation.
• Develop training materials and support technical onboarding for manufacturing personnel.
• Participate in audits and maintain plant-wide ISO quality standards.

Profile / Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (medical device preferred).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, RCA, and process validation.
• Familiarity with CAD tools and ERP systems (e.g., IQMS).
• Strong understanding of ISO 13485 and FDA regulations.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Job Offer

• Base salary between $85,000 - $110,000 depending on level of experience
• 3 Weeks PTO + company holidays
• Health benefits through BCBS
• On-site gym access

Additional information

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual\'s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

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