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Manufacturing Engineer - Elgin, IL
Job in
Elgin, Kane County, Illinois, 60122, USA
Listed on 2026-06-26
Listing for:
MissionHires
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-26
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations -
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Mission Hires is recruiting a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for our client in Elgin, IL to support CNC machining operations and CNC lathe assembly. The role focuses on optimizing CNC programs, tooling, fixtures, and routings; leading Lean/continuous improvement (5S, Standard Work, DMAIC); standardizing processes to ISO 9001; and driving measurable gains in quality, throughput, and cost. Reports to the Operations Manager.
Compensation: $70,000-$100,000 DOE. No visa sponsorship.
Responsibilities- Support daily 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
- Lead Lean initiatives including 5S, Standard Work, DMAIC, and material flow improvements
- Analyze cycle times, workflows, and equipment layout to increase throughput
- Drive cost reduction and production improvement initiatives
- Coordinate engineering changes with engineering, assembly, and quality teams
- Support new product introductions from Product Engineering to Manufacturing
- Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation aligned with ISO 9001
- Train and guide technicians on improved processes and best practices
- Maintain accurate manufacturing data in ERP systems
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering Technology (related degree and/or equivalent experience considered)
- 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 using Lean/Six Sigma methods
- Project management capability to drive initiatives to completion
- ERP experience (JD Edwards a plus)
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and lean methodologies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to influence and lead in a production environment
- Six Sigma certification or training (preferred)
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