CNC Manufacturing Engineer | Automotive | South Holland, IL - JN-052022-5598528

Opportunity to utilize state of the art technology throughout the facility
Improve and utilize knowledge of automation and robotic technical skills

About Our Client

Our client is a reputable manufacturer in the automotive space with several locations throughout the United States. They serve some of the biggest brand name, automotive OEM's in the world and have experienced notable growth over the past few years. Recently, they have put a large emphasis on technology investment resulting in the installation of state of the art equipment across the entire plant.

Job Description

Report to the Director of Engineering and work alongside 3 other Manufacturing Engineers
Lead in optimization of set-up cycle times and improvement of productivity standards by teaming with operators and set-up personnel
Program, set-up, and troubleshoot CNC machinery
Write G-code and new programs on machines
Work with customers on APQP and PPAP requirements
Review customer specifications and drawings for manufacturability and cost.
Communicate with customers as needed to ensure their product requirements are met.
Provide technical support to customers on issues of design and manufacturing.
Recommend design modifications to improve quality, cost, and manufacturability.
Create Work Order Travelers as needed in support of manufacturing operations.
Write specifications for design, testing, and manufacturing of hand tools.
Design mold tools for silicone over-molding.
Work on decreasing cycle times; develop ways of machining medical instruments and implants.
Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and changeovers.
Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process.
Perform root cause analysis and corrective actions on external and internal complaints to improve processes.
Work with equipment designers and manufacturing officers to develop a cost-effective and working production process.
Research and purchase new manufacturing technology.
Perform process Failure Mode and Effect Analysis.

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The Successful Applicant

3+ years hand on manufacturing experience
Knowledge of manufacturing processes from an engineering standpoint
Ability to write G-code and program CNC machines
Background in process improvement and lean manufacturing
Strong project and time management skills, including the demonstrated ability to work in multi-departmental project teams and resolve quality-related issues in a timely and effective manner with customers
Strong knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T)
Tooling and fixture design (Solidworks)