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Manufacturing Engineer
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-09-11
Listing for:
MissionHires
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-09-11
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Mission Hires is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer to support CNC machining operations and CNC lathe assembly. You will optimize CNC programs, tooling, and fixtures; drive Lean/continuous improvement; standardize ISO 9001 documentation; and collaborate across engineering, assembly, and quality to boost throughput, quality, and cost performance. Ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving real production challenges on the floor and leading measurable process improvements.
Responsibilities- Support day-to-day CNC machining and CNC machine assembly operations
- Develop and optimize CNC programs, routings, tooling, and fixtures
- Improve manufacturing processes to enhance quality, efficiency, and cost performance
- Lead Lean initiatives including 5S, Standard Work, DMAIC, and material flow improvements
- Analyze cycle times, workflow, and equipment layout to increase throughput
- Drive cost reduction and production improvement initiatives
- Coordinate engineering changes across engineering, assembly, and quality teams
- Support new product introductions from Product Engineering to Manufacturing
- Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation in support of ISO 9001
- Train and guide technicians on improved processes and best practices
- Maintain accurate manufacturing data within ERP systems
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology (or related degree/equivalent experience)
- Minimum 3 years of CAD/CAM experience (e.g., Mastercam, Solid Works, AutoCAD, Smart Cam or similar)
- Strong CNC programming experience
- 3–5 years of experience in precision machining and/or CNC machine assembly (preferred)
- Experience leading process improvement initiatives
- Project management capability
- ERP experience (preferred; JD Edwards a plus)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and Lean methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to influence and lead in a production environment
- Six Sigma certification or training (preferred)
- Competitive base salary ($70,000 – $100,000 DOE)
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
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