Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Focused on the electrical and network infrastructure markets, NSI continues to outpace the industry with unprecedented growth. We are all about "Making Connections" and we know our future success depends on the collective talents and experiences of our people and their ability to come together for our customers and communities. With locations across North America, NSI has the size and breadth to provide opportunities to grow and develop. If you’re looking for a dynamic, fast-paced and growing workplace to continuously learn and thrive, we want to hear from you! We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join the team at our Norridge, IL location. Are you looking for a great place to work with an amazing culture and opportunities to advance within your position AND make more money? Then keep reading! The Norridge location of NSI is a progressive manufacturer of die castings that has been in business for 60 years and we look forward to having you join our team! Please note, this is a full-time, 1st shift position (7am - 3:30pm, Monday - Friday). General Summary The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, improving, and maintaining best practices, drawings, work instructions and related documents for the die cast department, secondary operations and automated inspection. Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs Apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials Confer with equipment vendors Solicit observations from operators and setup technicians Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout Train with production floor personnel to understand the use of auxiliary equipment to improve the layout function of the equipment to reach customers’ expectations Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods Test finished product and process capabilities, establish standards, and confirm manufacturing processes Provide manufacturing decision making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services, following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures and requesting special service when needed Review production schedules and estimate future requirements Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends Complete design and development projects by training and guiding Maintenance and Setup technicians Train staff in new and existing processes and equipment Write operating work instructions and procedures Upgrade systems and processes with new technology Follow the complete operational procedure of the assigned machine
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
- Microsoft Excel experience
- CAD familiarity (Solidworkds, Pro-E, Inventor etc.)
- Excellent note taking, organizational, and analytical skills
- Familiarity with Automation Systems (PLC, Camera, Vision Systems, Pneumatic Controls etc.)
Responsibilities
- developing, improving, and maintaining best practices, drawings, work instructions and related documents for the die cast department, secondary operations and automated inspection
- Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs
- Apply knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials
- Confer with equipment vendors
- Solicit observations from operators and setup technicians
- Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment
- Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
- Train with production floor personnel to understand the use of auxiliary equipment to improve the layout function of the equipment to reach customers’ expectations
- Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods
- Test finished product and process capabilities, establish standards, and confirm manufacturing processes
- Provide manufacturing decision making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs
- Keep equipment operational by coordinating maintenance and repair services, following manufacturer’s instructions and established procedures and requesting special service when needed
- Review production schedules and estimate future requirements
- Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
- Complete design and development projects by training and guiding Maintenance and Setup technicians
- Train staff in new and existing processes and equipment
- Write operating work instructions and procedures
- Upgrade systems and processes with new technology
- Follow the complete operational procedure of the assigned machine
Benefits
- NSI Industries offers a competitive salary, performance-based and attendance bonuses for certain roles.
- We offer health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid holiday time off and vacation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
