Mechanical Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

South Holland, IL area

Job Type and Duration:
Direct Hire

Pay range: $33-$51.50/hr

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing daily technical and process support in a designated area within the Operations Department.

• Process/equipment troubleshooting (including process control systems) to improve batch quality and assistance with cost reduction, process reliability and quality improvement programs.
• Testing new and existing production procedures
• Organize and manage manufacturing workflows and resources
• Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance
• Resolve issues and delays in production
• Collaborate with other engineers, contractors and suppliers
• Ensure that manufacturing procedures follow safety and environmental regulations
• Upgrade systems and processes with new technology
• Expectation is that a successful applicant will develop skill sets and work on small scale capital projects.
• The main responsibility for this individual will be coordinating/facilitating several efficiency initiatives within the department and following through on them to the point of realized benefits.
• Confers with vendors to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Works with in-house maintenance and outside contractors to facilitate repairs & improvements.
• Analyzes and plans space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related engineering field required.
• 3+ years' experience as a manufacturing engineer or similar role preferred.
• Must be organized to effectively work multiple projects required.
• Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint preferred.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) preferred.

ESPO has a comprehensive benefits package which includes PTO, Group Health and Dental Insurance, and 401k after you have satisfied the necessary waiting periods. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value the benefits of diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other attribute or protected characteristic by law.

If you need assistance applying, please get in touch with us directly.