Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineer - Pro Planner

Job Title - Manufacturing Engineer - Pro Planner Experience

Location: Oak Brook, IL

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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer with hands-on experience using Proplanner for manufacturing process planning, assembly process optimization, and production workflow development. The ideal candidate will support manufacturing operations, improve production efficiency, and ensure effective utilization of resources while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, assembly sequences, and production workflows using Proplanner.
• Create and maintain process plans, work instructions, and manufacturing documentation.
• Perform line balancing, time studies, and capacity analysis to improve productivity.
• Support production layout planning, workstation design, and resource allocation.
• Identify process bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Industrial, Quality, and Production Engineering teams.
• Support new product introduction (NPI), process validation, and production readiness activities.
• Analyze manufacturing data and recommend improvements in cycle time, quality, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with Proplanner software for manufacturing process planning and optimization.
• Experience in assembly process planning, line balancing, time studies, and work instructions.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and production optimization.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in automotive or heavy equipment manufacturing is preferred.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with digital manufacturing and production planning tools.
• Knowledge of PFEP, standard work, cycle time analysis, and capacity planning. xhyhwjd
• Familiarity with CAD tools and manufacturing documentation systems.