AutoCAD, Best Practices, Business Services, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Documentation, Electricity, Engineering Drawing, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Metal Manufacturing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Quality Engineering, Quality Management, Safety/Work Safety, SolidWorks, Testing
This Manufacturing Engineer role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a growing engineering and manufacturing team. The position is based in Rockford, IL, and focuses on optimizing processes and ensuring quality in the business services industry.
Client Details
Our client is a family-owned manufacturer specializing in the design and production of custom generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and electrical housings that protect backup power systems. They provide full turnkey solutions including engineering, fabrication, installation, and testing for critical-power infrastructure applications.
Description
- Develop and improve manufacturing processes and workflows
- Support fabrication and sheet metal manufacturing operations
- Create and maintain engineering documentation, drawings, and work instructions
- Utilize AutoCAD and SolidWorks to support manufacturing and production needs
- Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance
- Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
- Assist with process optimization and implementation of best practices across the facility
Profile
- Experience in a Manufacturing Engineer or related engineering role
- Background in sheet metal manufacturing environments
- Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks
- Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Job Offer
- Competitive base salary of $75,000-$90,000
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Health and benefits package
- PTO and vacation program
- Opportunity to join a rapidly expanding $300M manufacturing organization
- Career growth within a company that has experienced significant expansion over the past several years
- Collaborative, family-owned culture with long-term growth opportunities
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