Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsOpen role due to growth to support optimization of high-performance productionStrong compensation, 10% 401k match, profit sharing, and more!About Our ClientOur client is an established and rapidly growing manufacturer of fabricated and assembled metal products providing innovative security solutions to a diverse customer base. The company continues to expand its market presence, enter new markets, and develop new applications across its growing product portfolio. They are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and support the successful manufacture and scale-up of new and existing products.Job DescriptionLead the transition of new products from development to high-volume manufacturing, ensuring efficient production launch, process readiness, and smooth cross-functional handoffs.Evaluate, select, and implement advanced manufacturing equipment and technologies to improve productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.Engineer and refine custom tooling, fixtures, and assembly aids that enhance throughput, improve ergonomics, and promote a safe working environment.Champion continuous improvement and sustaining engineering efforts by leveraging Lean manufacturing methodologies, including 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping.Address production and product quality issues through root cause analysis, corrective action implementation, and the application of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) best practices.Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and production associates, supporting skill development and a culture of operational excellence.Coordinate cross-functional teams through key manufacturing milestones, converting product and process requirements into standardized work instructions, SOPs, and efficient manufacturing routings.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantStrong mechanical aptitude within metal manufacturing processes10+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineer, within a similar industrial or metal manufacturing roleEngineering Degree RequiredExperience building fixtures and designing toolingKnowledge of quality control tools, GD&T, etcAutoCAD and AutoDesk Inventor ExperienceAbility to elad engineering projects, willingness to be hands-on out on the floorProven expertise in troubleshooting programmed and manual machineryUnderstanding of CNC Machinery, programming a plusLean/CI Experience - certifications are a plusWhat's on OfferSalary 125,000-140,000Target BonusProfit Sharing10% 401k MatchMedical/Dental/Vision PlansOther ancillary benefits3 weeks PTOContactGeorge SherlockQuote job refJN-102026-7120654Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereWood DaleContract TypePermanentConsultant nameGeorge SherlockJob ReferenceJN-102026-7120654