Production Layout Engineer

Socket.dev; Bensenville (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

bonus

medical

dental

vision

401(k)

paid time off

paid holidays

Job summary

Socket.dev in Illinois seeks an experienced Industrial Engineer to optimize layout planning and production coordination for packaging operations.

You will review orders, organize layouts by quantities, and prepare tools for next-day assembly, ensuring seamless production flow and adherence to lean principles.

Collaborate with vendors and die shops, create detailed drawings, and drive process improvements across the manufacturing cycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
• 5 years' experience in layout assembly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles.
• Proven experience in production layout design and process optimization, preferably in packaging.
• Proficient in CAD software and MS Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Review daily orders for quantity, material type, and gauge; flag discrepancies.
• Plan layouts to optimize production efficiency and simplicity.
• Prepare layouts and pull tools for next-day assembly.
• Coordinate with die and mold shops to communicate programs.
• Create full-scale 3D and table drawings for production planning.
• Collaborate with production to schedule jobs and ensure material readiness.
• Assist with issue resolution in assembly or die shop as needed.
• Monitor material needs (plastic, die boards, aluminum) to prevent downtime.
• Design and print secondary tool assists using a 3D printer when required.
• Schedule 3D printer use to ensure availability for assembly.

Skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering

Tools

CAD software

MS Office Suite

Job description

ESSENTIAL JOB TASKS

• Order Review:
  Review new orders daily for quantity, material type, and gauge. Alert Customer Service if discrepancies or concerns arise.
• Layout Planning:
  Organize orders by similar quantities to create the most efficient production layouts, ensuring simplicity and ease during the production run.
• Tool Preparation:
  Finalize layout drawings and pull all necessary tools for next-day assembly. Identify tools that require additional work (e.g., still in use on another combo, waiting for duplication, or assistance).
• Vendor and Production Communication:
  Send approved layouts to the die vendor and communicate programs to the mold shop for production.
• Table Drawings Creation:
  Produce full-scale table drawings based on packing information for accurate production planning.
• Production Coordination:
  Collaborate with the production team to coordinate job scheduling. Review material needs to ensure all new jobs are properly supported.
• Issue Resolution:
  Provide assistance with any issues that arise in assembly or the die shop as necessary.
• Material Management:
  Monitor and order plastic, die boards, and aluminum plates as needed to ensure uninterrupted production flow.

• 3D Tool Assists Design:
  Design and print secondary tool assists using the 3D printer as required for production.
• 3D Printer Scheduling:
  Manage the scheduling and operation of the 3D printer to ensure assists are produced and available when needed for assembly.
• Secondary Die Cut Design:
  Design second-level die-cut parts and coordinate with external die shops to order necessary components.
• Machining Aluminum Assists:
  Design and machine any aluminum assists required for production processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 5 years' experience in layout assembly preferred.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and methodologies
• Proven experience in production layout design and process optimization, preferably in the packaging industry.
• Proficient in CAD software and other relevant design tools.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Exemplify Rohrer's Core Values:
  • Ownership – Act with accountability, sense of urgency, and shared risk.
  • Creativity – Challenge the status quo with ingenuity and resourcefulness.
  • Collaboration – Strive for and actively participate in a cross-functional, team environment.
  • Authenticity – Present ourselves as genuine and honest to build trust, respect and credibility.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Interest and ability to work on process improvement initiatives
• Innovative/creative in finding solutions
• High attention to detail and ability to deep dive identify root causes of variance

Compensation & Benefits:

• bonus
• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401(k)
• paid time off
• paid holidays