Manufacturing Engineer

IMI Plc - Legacy Precision•Machesney Park, IL

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer supports safety first and the goals of continuous improvement of product quality and cost effectiveness through Lean concepts and best-in-class manufacturing techniques. Plan, design and validate manufacturing (primarily assembly) processes. Determine the proper equipment, tooling, test apparatus, and prepare all process documents, work instructions and route cards for each manufacturing process. Support New Product Development (NPD), Contract Manufacturing projects and sustain existing products/components. Champion the ISO 9001-13485 Quality Management Systems and Lean Continuous Improvement programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent experience required
Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
Experience in ERP systems, Oracle preferred.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience preferred.
Open to a recent grad.

Responsibilities

Evaluate existing and design new processes for safety, consistent product quality and cost effectiveness.
Maximize efficiency through Lean concepts: analyzing layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods, material handling and work force utilization.
Create process documentation, including: validations, assembly drawings, work instructions and routings.
Conduct Process Failure Modes Effect Analysis (pFMEAs) and develop and implement countermeasures to reduce risk (e.g. control plans).
Determine, document and validate the proper equipment, tooling, test apparatus and packaging. Includes designing, creating drawings and bills of material.
Perform sustaining engineering tasks for released products. Utilize report writing and/or other appropriate protocols to document changes.
Work with the Operations personnel, suppliers and customers to troubleshoot and resolve process, product and component problems.
Perform root cause analysis on non-conforming materials and processes, including customer complaints (returned products) and implement corrective action plans per established procedures.
Maintain equipment operation by coordinating preventive maintenance and repair services; following manufacturer's instructions and established procedures; requesting special service.
Review existing and new engineering designs/drawings and recommend changes to provide for improved manufacturability, quality, and cost.
Assist with cost analysis.
Support the release of products to the Operations team, including new product development (NPD), contract manufacturing, and design transfers from engineering.
Working directly with customers (primarily contract manufacturing) to support their requirements.
Survey and identify replacement components for reasons of obsolescence or cost reduction.
Identify and contact vendors.
Compare technical specifications.
Compile and prepare required documentation.
Other duties and projects as assigned.

Benefits

Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%