Manufacturing Process & Equipment Engineer

Orion Industries, Ltd.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Orion Industries, Ltd. seeks an experienced engineer to lead design transfer to manufacturing and support process validations. You will craft IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, review processes for cost-efficiency, and identify new technologies with cross-functional teams.

You will also drive automation transitions, manage timelines, and contribute to quality and EH&S programs while mentoring operators and setup staff in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in ISO 13485 or ISO 9001 regulated environment.
• 5+ years in an engineering role, preferably in coating, metal finishing or manufacturing.
• Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Project, Minitab proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Create IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and final reports for new process/equipment development.
• Assess manufacturing processes for cost effectiveness and feasibility.
• Identify new manufacturing or product technologies for review with production/engineering teams.
• Support transition from manual to automated processes.
• Maintain project timelines and detailed documentation.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality and Engineering teams.
• Train Operators/Setup Techs.
• Troubleshoot tooling, fixtures and equipment issues.
• Maintain preventive maintenance programs and track maintenance.
• Create Value Stream Maps of current and future manufacturing states.
• Facilitate 6S, Lean Six Sigma and Bright Idea programs.
• Recommends cost-saving initiatives to reduce scrap and material variance.

Skills

Project management

Presentation skills

Communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Process mapping

Engineering projects

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Chemistry degree

Chemical Engineering degree

Materials/Polymer Science degree

Related field degree

Tools

AutoCad

Inventor

Solidworks

Job description

Orion Industries, Ltd. seeks an experienced engineer to lead design transfer to manufacturing and support process validations. You will craft IQ/OQ/PQ protocols, review processes for cost-efficiency, and identify new technologies with cross-functional teams.

You will also drive automation transitions, manage timelines, and contribute to quality and EH&S programs while mentoring operators and setup staff in a fast-paced environment.