Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Job Description

Title : Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Location : Des Plaines, IL 60016
Salary : $110,000-$125,000 + 5% Bonus
Hours: 1st Shift | Standard Office Hours
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Benefits : Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), and bonus opportunity.

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a manufacturing company in the Des Plaines area to hire a Manufacturing Engineering Manager. This leadership role will oversee manufacturing engineering, tool room operations, maintenance support, and tooling/project cost analysis within an injection molding environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands on manufacturing leadership experience along with a background in tooling, maintenance coordination, and injection molding operations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage manufacturing engineering activities within an injection molding environment
• Oversee daily operations of the tool room and maintenance departments
• Manage and support a team of 6 employees including engineering, maintenance, and tool room personnel
• Develop costing for new tools, products, and materials
• Support process improvements, manufacturing efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Coordinate tooling repairs, preventative maintenance, and production support activities
• Work cross functionally with production, quality, and leadership teams to support operational goals
• Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing and tooling related issues
• Support capital equipment and tooling projects as needed

Qualifications :

• Must have 10 years of manufacturing engineering experience within an injection molding environment
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience managing engineering, maintenance, or tool room personnel
• Strong understanding of tooling, tool room operations, and injection molding processes
• Experience developing tooling, product, and material cost estimates
• Hands on manufacturing background with strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Ability to lead teams and drive operational improvements within a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

Meet Your Recruiter

Sabrina Herrera

Sabrina Herrera is a seasoned Technical Recruiter with a knack for establishing genuine connections with candidates and continuously expanding her expertise in various roles and industries. With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and an impressive 15-year journey in the recruiting arena, Sabrina has become a respected figure in talent acquisition.

As a Technical Recruiter, Sabrina's ability to build strong relationships with candidates sets her apart. She values the opportunity to understand each individual's unique strengths, aspirations, and career goals, ensuring she can guide them toward the most suitable and fulfilling opportunities.

Having spent 15 years in the recruiting domain, Sabrina's experience spans diverse industries and roles. She embraces the challenges of exploring new fields, consistently striving to expand her knowledge and expertise. Her dedication to continuous learning allows her to stay at the forefront of emerging trends and best practices in the recruitment landscape.

Sabrina advises fellow professionals to cultivate a curious mindset and actively seek new challenges and projects that push the boundaries of their abilities. Embracing the unknown and venturing into uncharted territories can lead to personal and professional growth, ultimately elevating one's effectiveness in the field of recruitment.

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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.

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