Production Engineer

The Judge Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the plastics manufacturing industry is seeking a Production Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes in Chicago. The role involves process optimization, collaboration with various departments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess significant extrusion experience and a relevant engineering degree, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives in production.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of strong extrusion experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Proficiency in 2D or 3D Modeling software.

Responsibilities

• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure smooth production.
• Utilize CAD software for detailed modeling and drawings.

Skills

Extrusion experience

Process optimization

Problem solving

Collaboration

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $110,000.00/yr

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Must have strong extrusion experience 3-5 years

• Employment Type/FLSA Status: Full-time/Exempt
• Reports To: Engineering Manager
• Direct Report(s): N/A
• Effective Date: Draft

Position Summary

As a Production Engineer, you'll be a vital part of our team, focused on optimizing and enhancing our manufacturing processes. You'll work closely with front-line production staff, collaborate across departments like Product Development, Technical Service, and Quality Control, and champion continuous improvement initiatives. Your technical expertise will be crucial in providing direct support, problem-solving, and ensuring a safe, efficient, and high-quality production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process Optimization: Partner with the Engineering Manager to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes, aiming to boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall production output.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Product Development, Technical Service, and Quality Control to streamline workflows and ensure seamless production processes.
• CAD Design & Modeling: Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software (2D/3D) to create detailed models and drawings for mechanical systems and process improvements.
• Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify and research opportunities for process enhancements, cost reduction, and efficiency gains within production.
• Problem Solving: Assist in diagnosing and resolving production issues, proposing and implementing effective, data-driven solutions.
• New Product Handoff: Collaborate with Product Development to facilitate the smooth transfer of new systems, equipment, and products to production.
• Training & Documentation: Provide essential training to production staff on new processes and equipment, ensuring strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). You'll also be responsible for writing and maintaining SOPs as needed.
• Safety & Compliance: Diligently adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines, contributing to a secure working environment and complying with all company/departmental safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Positional Requirements (Competencies)

Educational

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in 2D or 3D Modeling software, with a preference for Autodesk Inventor, CAM, AutoCAD, or other similar industry-standard tools.
• Proficiency with MS Office suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Basic knowledge of project management software (e.g., Monday.com).
• Familiarity with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) knowledge and usage.

Physical Requirements

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities for this position, nor is it intended to be an exhaustive list of the skills and abilities required to do the position. Rather, it is intended to describe the general nature of the position. Employees may, from time to time and on an as-needed basis, be required to perform duties outside of the responsibilities listed here.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing

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