Flex Manufacturing Engineer 

United States, Illinois 

551783900

Job Summary

Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes by providing technical support in the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing systems per project requirements.

PRINCIPLEACCOUNTABILITIES/DUTIES:

• Define and implement manufacturing systems appropriate for customer applications.
• Support manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, Yield, Scrap and Downtime
• Establish and improve robust, repeatable, and reproducible process parameters
• Capability to independently or together with other engineering stakeholders identify root causes of failures in the manufacturing process
• Advanced troubleshooting of complex mechanical issues with high-speed automated manufacturing equipment
• Provide equipment maintenance and repair support as required.
• Understanding the manufacturing process, technologies, techniques, and the product
• Support creation and implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs).
• Develop, implement, and take ownership of process control methodologies.
• Participate in activities pertaining to cycle time and process improvements.
• Implement statistical process analysis on new and existing products.
• Develop and maintain process documentation.
• Assist in the development of training and provide training to production personnel
• Define, Implement, and evaluate proposed design updates and processes.
• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods.
• Create work instructions and coordinate training for facilities and production personnel
• Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements and workflow, design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for implementation of manufacturing systems.
• Coordinate/participatein pFMEA of manufacturing processes
• Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing requirements and potential.

Container Manufacturing Engineering responsibilities:

• Work with technicians to identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment
• Create work instructions that address known issues – train technicians
• Review PM content and frequency and align with known issues to improve performance and reduce downtime
• Develop machine improvements that will improve long term performance
• Develop setup tools to improve SKU changeover times - train technicians

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. inMechanical/Industrial/ManufacturingEngineering with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a medical device manufacturing or other highly regulated manufacturing environment, e.g. Automotive; Defense/Aerospace, Pharmaceutical, and/or Food & Beverage.
• Industrial/ManufacturingEngineering experience working in high-volume automated assembly processes
• Knowledge of automated equipment systems and tools - robotics, Vision (e.g. Cognex, Keyence), material handling/part feeding systems, conveyors, ultrasonic welding, foil sealing, HMI/PLC controls.
• Travel required – 5% (for training)

What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

• Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401(k) Contributions
• Vacation and Paid Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement

Pay Range (Applicable to Illinois) $80,400.00 USD - $110,500.00 USD AnnualProduction Engineering