Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer #201633

Overview

Location: Northern Chicago Area, IL
Compensation: $105 – 115K Base Salary
Term: On-Site
Job Type: Direct Hire
Benefits: 15% ESOP
Experience Level: 7–10 years
Company Size: Billion Dollar
Industry: Specialized Manufacturing, Precision Metalwork
Keys to Job: CNC Programming, SolidWorks, Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office Tools

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.
• At least 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably within industrial or materials processing sectors.
• Proven expertise in project management, industrial engineering methodologies, and the application of manufacturing best practices.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Exceptional communication skills to engage with internal teams, external vendors, and clients on technical matters.
• Strong analytical and mechanical aptitude, with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Preferred: 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or materials processing, with a track record of improving operational metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Preferred: Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance tools, safety regulations, and lean principles, including Value Stream Mapping, Line Balancing, and Kaizen.
• Preferred: Training or certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
• Preferred: Experience with ERP/MRP systems and materials flow management.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency, utilizing structured problem-solving techniques such as root cause analysis, lean methodologies, and process mapping.
• Provide strategic leadership by fostering a culture of collaboration, challenging existing workflows, and inspiring teams to achieve operational goals through transparent and proactive engagement.
• Evaluate process capabilities and control limits to ensure consistent quality standards and to guide the integration of new projects into production.
• Identify and document opportunities for process enhancements to minimize cycle times, reduce waste, and improve resource utilization.
• Develop business cases and financial analyses to justify investments in capital equipment and process improvements.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analyses, and other measurement activities to optimize production methods and resource allocation.
• Utilize simulation tools to model process improvements and provide actionable recommendations to enhance manufacturing operations.
• Serve as a technical mentor, delivering training and support to team members to ensure compliance with specifications, cost efficiency, and safety standards.
• Achieve performance targets in safety, quality, cost, productivity, and on-time delivery for assigned process areas.
• Create, update, and maintain process documentation, including routings, work instructions, and technical drawings, to meet quality and customer requirements cost-effectively.
• Support multiple facilities and shifts to ensure consistent project execution and production continuity.

The Opportunity:

Our organization is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development, implementation, and refinement of manufacturing processes to support our commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. This role will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement, enhance safety, and optimize efficiency in a dynamic, lean-focused environment. The successful candidate will champion innovative solutions, leveraging technical expertise and data-driven methodologies to elevate quality, reduce costs, and streamline production workflows.

Schedule and Compensation:

Engagement: Full-time, on-site.
Compensation: $105 – 115K Base Salary
Benefits: 15% ESOP, and Target bonus (typically 10%) based on a 5 year rolling salary history.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genesis is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. As a company we promote and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all regardless of the persons gender, race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, Veteran status, or gender identity. If you have special needs or a disability which requires our accommodation, please make us aware when applying.