Manufacturing Engineer- Assembly

Title:
Manufacturing Engineer – Assembly

Location: Monee, IL (Onsite) – Greater Chicago

Company: The Lanco Group of Companies

Products: Industrial Equipment (IEM) Division – Carry Deck Cranes, RTG Cranes, and Forklifts

Focus: Assembly process optimization

Reports to: Director of Quality

Compensation: Salary, Bonus Eligibility, and Attractive Benefits

COMPANY: Lanco - our parent company - is strong, large, growing, international, private and family-owned with more than 70 years of cherished history. We are a high-performing team and a great place to work. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. We have strong core values, culture and community.

JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a mid-level Manufacturing Engineer to lead assembly process optimization and New Product Introduction (NPI). This role is critical in transitioning to our new state-of-the-art Monee facility, focusing on plant layout optimization, workflow efficiency, and New Product Introductions (NPI).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assembly Process Design & Optimization: Analyze and improve assembly layouts, workflow, and methods to maximize efficiency and reduce work-in-process (WIP) storage.
• Plant Layout & Workflow: Design and implement optimized plant floor configurations and workstations to ensure safe and efficient material flow.
• New Product Introductions (NPI): Serve as the manufacturing lead for product launches, drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), lead manufacturing readiness for next-generation crane models including electrification initiatives.
• Lean & Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives (Kaizens, 5S) and perform root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone) to resolve bottlenecks and eliminate waste.
• Process Documentation: Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) for complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assemblies.
• Capital Projects: Identify and justify capital equipment investments, overseeing the installation and validation of new manufacturing technology.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• 3-6+ years of Engineering experience in heavy equipment or automotive including
  • g., Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Design, Process, Tooling, etc.
  • g., Cranes, construction equipment, or automotive
  • g., Chemical industry with complex and integrated processes
• 1-3+ years of specialized Assembly manufacturing within Manufacturing Engineering
  • Assembly cell and/or complete assembly line designs and their implementation
  • Material Logistics (PFEP, kitting, POU, two-bin kanban)
  • Quality & Compliance (PFMEA, standard work instructions, testing)
  • DFMA (part consolidation, modular sub-assemblies, mistake proofing)
• Implementation of Lean & CI with improved business metric results
  • Metrics, goals, root cause problem solving, visual daily management, VSM, 6S, kaizen
  • g., Safety (injury reduction), Quality (scrap, rework, warranty), Delivery (throughput-capacity, on-time delivery, lead-time), Cost (productivity, headcount), Inventory
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering - Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical
• Travel: 10-15% to other manufacturing sites, suppliers, customers
• Technical Skills
  • Hybrid battery packs and diesel-electric systems
  • ERP Systems for Routings and Bills of Material management
  • Data analysis, Excel, Power BI
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software and 2D CAD plant layout
• Soft Skills: Project management, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Physical: Ability to work on the shop floor for extended periods and lift 50 lbs.
• Preferred: Industry leading companies such as Caterpillar, John Deere, Toyota, Ford, GM, etc.

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Lanco is an equal opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.

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