Manufacturing Engineer II

Sloan is the world’s leading manufacturer of commercial plumbing systems and has been in operation since 1906. We are at the forefront of the green building movement and provide sustainable restroom solutions. We manufacture water‑efficient products including flush valves, electronic faucets, soap dispensing and sink systems along with vitreous china fixtures for commercial, industrial and institutional markets worldwide.

The Manufacturing Engineer II is located out of our Franklin Park, IL location and reports to the Manager Value Stream I, Tool Room. The role focuses on developing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes to produce the company’s product lines economically and efficiently.

• Develop the entire CNC machining processes for parts, including the creation of setup sheets, tool preset drawings, tool holder selection, and cutting tool selection.
• Program 2 & 3 Axis CNC Equipment – write new programs from scratch to produce new parts.
• Troubleshoot CNC machining tolerance, program, and setup issues and address other manufacturing‑quality related issues with setup and operators on the manufacturing floor.
• Ensure continuous process improvement tracked by quality yields and standard labor costs.
• Analyze, review, and optimize existing manufacturing processes to increase efficiency using LEAN manufacturing techniques.
• Determine and establish overall manufacturing engineering requirements for items such as machinery, equipment, tooling, manufacturing methods and processes, and routings.
• Prepare routings, process sheets, work instructions, and process drawings; establish feeds, speeds, cycle times and other operating parameters for all types of equipment.
• Train supervisors, group leaders, and operators on new processes or products.
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards throughout the facility.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years manufacturing/industrial engineering experience.
• 5+ years CNC programming and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and meet multiple deadlines.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Problem‑solving skills related to production processes and equipment.
• Critical thinking and analytical proficiency.
• Demonstrates clear, professional, and respectful verbal and written communication in all interactions, consistent with an inclusive work environment.
• Ability to collaborate with co‑workers, production personnel, and outside vendors.

• Lean Manufacturing experience.
• CNC Programming certificate.
• Advanced level experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Advanced measuring and metrology skills.
• General experience with SAP ERP Business System.

Compensation range (U.S. – based): $96,549.60 – $ annually. The position is eligible to participate in the company incentive plan. Final agreed compensation will be based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and other job‑related factors.

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical (including prescription coverage), dental, and vision insurance, effective the first of the month following your hire date.
• Health Savings Account with company contributions for most medical plan options.
• Financial security: basic life, accidental death and dismemberment, short‑term and long‑term disability, and accident insurance.
• Optional protection: life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal, pet insurance, and identity theft protection.
• Convenient commuter benefits.
• Flexible spending accounts: dependent care FSA.
• Wellness support: employee assistance plan and wellness programs.
• Retirement savings: 401(k) plan with a company match and immediate vesting.
• Generous time off: paid holidays, volunteer time off, paid time off, sick leave, military leave, parental leave, bereavement leave, and other paid or unpaid state/local leaves as required.
• Work‑life balance: hybrid work program.
• Employee referral program: earn rewards for referring great talent.
• Professional development: tuition reimbursement program.
• Community and networking: join employee business groups and connect with colleagues.

We proudly offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.