Manufacturing Engineer

Principal Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Broadview, IL. As a leader in fineblanking, conventional stamping and plastic injection molding, Principal Manufacturing sets itself above the competitionThe Manufacturing Engineer will participate in process development for new products, tooling, gaging, secondary operations, etc. Participate, coordinate, and implement improvements/corrective actions to address quality concerns or process improvements. Responsible for final, correct manufacturing processMajor Duties and Responsibilities:Confer with engineers, designers, project/program manager and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, provide technical information, and participate in continuous improvement efforts. Work on quality support, addressing scrap (both internal and external), failure modes/ poke yoke, and inspection fixtures / gages.Work on production support problems and issues including maintenance engineering support.Work on production support, for increased throughput, addressing operator issues, and enhanced quality.Participate in development of all aspects of production, including selection of manufacturing methods.Participate and coordinate new process development, tooling, shop floor documentation, (SOP) Standard Operating Procedures and (WI) work instructions.Coordinate with tool room on tooling maintenance process improvements, including standard maintenance procedures, critical component inventory using PLEX system. Assist in technical training of Toolroom, press room, and equipment operation.Provide engineering assistance to projects champions as required for programs assigned to as engineering support.Provide misc. CAD support, information to tool room, sales, maintenance, production, etc. as required. Support quotes feasibility meetings as required.Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications.Work with customers and vendors in improving processes. Required Four-year Bachelor's degree as a Manufacturing Engineer or Mechanical Engineer5 years manufacturing and/or engineering experience.Basic knowledge of AutoCAD and measurement tools.Demonstrable ability to apply advanced mathematics.Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing and 5S.Knowledge of Microsoft Office i.e. Word, Excel, and Outlook.Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.Working knowledge of SolidworksKnowledge of ERP systemsAbility to encourage positive work environment.Must be able to multi-task under high pressure environment.Based on need, may be asked to perform other duties as required by PMC.Self motivated; ability to work without direct supervision.Ability to work within confined spaces.