Manufacturing Engineer

Great Dane LLC • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team, the time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry. The position: Directly responsible for the development and implementation of capital projects. These positions also work closely with Plant and Branch Operations in order to anticipate and resolve issues. Develops manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
• Asset justification
• Industrial engineering skills such as work measurement, labor reporting, and plant layout
• Understanding of building and maintenance contracts including liability issues
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the manufacturing processes
• Computer skills including MS Office and AutoCAD
• Analytical analysis and problem solving skills
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Understand of compliance regulations and codes

Nice To Haves

• 5-10 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates maintenance and repair services for plan locations.
• Follows manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures, requesting special services as needed.
• Conducts plant visits to assist with project planning, process improvement and to maintain company assets.
• Provides manufacturing engineering information to customers.
• Responsible for capital expenditure program (budgeting, project planning and implementation).
• Develops cost reduction, quality and safety enhancement projects/opportunities.
• Performs payback analysis, obtains quotes and oversees project installation.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency thru analysis and workflow planning.
• Develops manufacturing processes.
• Confers with equipment vendors on product design and capabilities.
• Develops corporate engineering strategies.
• Researches new equipment and processes for future implementation.
• Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level I-II).
• Specifies necessary tooling
• Develops solutions to manufacturing and quality problems.
• Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level I-III).
• Leads one to two Manufacturing Engineers (Level 1-4).

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level