Title: Manufacturing Engineer (CI)

Location: Sugar Grove, IL 60554

Hire Type : Direct Hire

Salary : $70k-$75k/yr.

Sterling Engineering is looking for a motivated and experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Continuous Improvement focused ) for a client of ours near Sugar Grove, IL. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, preferably within sheet metal or metal fabrication environments, and a passion for driving process improvements and enhancing productivity.

Job Duties:

• Evaluate current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and productivity.
• Implement and lead continuous improvement projects, focusing on process optimization and waste elimination.
• Analyze and enhance machine programming (CNC, Laser Cutters, Benders, Press Brake equipment) to improve performance and reduce downtime (experience in this area is a major plus).
• Manage and improve processes in a low-volume, high-mix manufacturing environment, addressing frequent changeovers and setups.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement cost-cutting measures.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and promote a culture of continuous improvement across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Minimally 2+ years in manufacturing or industrial engineering environments
• Strong expertise in process improvements within manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience in sheet metal or metal fabrication industries.

• Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.