Sr. Manufacturing Engineer
ARCH · Elmhurst, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$120k/yrFull-time
What You’ll Do (Your Impact) You’ll be a driving force behind safer, smarter, and more efficient manufacturing processes: Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives that deliver measurable gains in quality, cost, productivity, and sustainabilityPartner closely with CNC machinists, setup technicians, engineers, and leaders to optimize cycle times, tooling, and workflowsAnalyze production data using ERP systems (Epicor preferred) to identify trends, root causes, and improvement opportunitiesChampion Kaizen events, Six Sigma projects, and Lean deployments from concept through executionInvestigate and implement new manufacturing technologies, tools, and fixturesPerform root cause analysis and corrective actions on internal and external issuesMentor and train operations teams on Lean principles, fostering a culture of continuous improvementSupport new product introductions, plant layouts, and process validationsServe as a key member of the plant leadership team, promoting safety, teamwork, and operational excellence What You Bring You’re a blend of technical expert, coach, and change agent: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering (strongly preferred), or equivalent experience10+ years of experience in production, manufacturing engineering, or operations leadershipExperience in medical device manufacturingStrong hands‑on knowledge of CNC machining (milling, turning, Swiss‑turning)Working knowledge of G‑code/M‑code, Mastercam, cutters, inserts, and tooling selectionSolid understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5)Familiarity with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820Proven leadership, project management, and facilitation skillsComfort working cross‑functionally with Quality, Engineering, Inventory, Maintenance, and Leadership Starting Salary Range: $120,000+