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Manufacturing Engineer

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions · Itasca, IL · 1 mo ago
Information Technology$79k–$100k/yrFull-time

Business Unit: MAES Division: Packaging & Board Assembly

About the role

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials. Our portfolio includes Wafer Level Packaging, Circuitry Solutions, Electronics Assembly Solutions, Advanced Materials and Joining, Film & Smart Surface Solutions, and Micromax – serving automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI sectors.

Responsibilities

  • Support product development by ensuring manufacturability, quality, and scalability
  • Provide manufacturing input, assess risks, and support project execution
  • Monitor KPIs, troubleshoot issues, and drive data-driven improvements
  • Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve cost, quality, and efficiency
  • Manage process changes, validation, and equipment qualification
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions
  • Develop work instructions and train operations staff
  • Plan and qualify tooling and equipment to support production
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in semiconductor or highly regulated industries
  • Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization
  • Knowledgeable in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), PFMEA, DOE, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and process capability analysis
  • Experienced in fast-paced, high-volume production environments
  • Familiar with cleanroom operations, contamination control, and regulatory standards
  • Preferred: experience with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, SQL, JDE, and structured problem-solving techniques

Skills

  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking; makes decisions based on data and evidence
  • Proactive problem solver who anticipates obstacles and develops practical, long-term solutions
  • Creative and innovative in approaching complex engineering challenges
  • Effective collaborator across cross-functional teams, building strong working relationships
  • Self-directed, capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining quality and deadlines
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, able to translate technical concepts for operations
  • Skilled in implementing Lean and continuous improvement methodologies to improve quality, efficiency, and cost

Benefits

  • Opportunities for career growth
  • Competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan)
  • Benefits packages: health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays
  • 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities for professional development

Pay

The typical base salary range for this position is between $78,906 to $100,000 annually.

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