Process Engineer | Steel Processing

Job Description

Job Description

My client is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, improve, and optimize manufacturing processes at their steel processing facility near Streamwood, IL. Experiencing significant growth, the company offers excellent career advancement opportunities and clear pathways for promotion. Apply today to take the next step in your career!

Client Details

The company offers the stability of an established industry leader with the flexibility of a growing organization. With 5+ locations and over 2,000 customers across North America, employees have the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing processes, technical innovation, and continuous improvement while benefiting from strong career growth and exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies.

Description

• Develop, implement, and maintain standardised manufacturing processes, introducing controlled improvements as needed.
• Review production documentation and work instructions to ensure requirements are accurate, complete, and clearly communicated.
• Evaluate customer requirements and determine manufacturing feasibility based on operational capabilities.
• Provide technical support to customers, production teams, quality teams, and other internal stakeholders.
• Review customer and industry specifications to ensure compliance with manufacturing capabilities and quality standards.
• Investigate non-conforming products, identify root causes, and implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence.
• Support production teams in meeting customer, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in the development, review, and continuous improvement of manufacturing procedures and process documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• Investigate customer concerns and support root-cause analysis and resolution efforts.
• Serve as a technical liaison between internal teams and external suppliers to support material and process requirements.
• Monitor and maintain critical process controls and equipment standards.
• Support capital improvement projects aimed at increasing operational capabilities and efficiency.
• Collaborate with production and maintenance teams to optimize equipment utilization and manufacturing throughput.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and or 5+ years of Relevant experience in Metals
• Manufacturing process engineering experience within metals, heat treating, Welding, Laser cutting, stamping, and or forging.
• Experience developing, maintaining, and improving standard manufacturing processes and work instructions.
• Proven experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and non-conformance investigations.
• Knowledge of quality systems, customer specifications, and industry standards.
• Experience supporting production teams and troubleshooting manufacturing issues on the shop floor.
• Strong continuous improvement background utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, statistical analysis, or other process improvement methodologies.

Job Offer

• Base salary $80,000 - $105,000 depending on experience
• Up to 6% quarterly bonuses
• 3 weeks PTO
• Comprehensive health benefits
• 401k with employer match

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