LEAN Manufacturing Engineer Downtown Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Permanent

USD90,000 - USD110,000 per year

• Annual bonus incentive AND profit sharing!

• State of the art facility located in Downtown Chicago

About Our Client

The client is a specialized manufacturer serving the consumer, medical, and construction markets. With about 150 employees and a recently upgraded facility, they aim to double in size over the next five years, with this Lean Manufacturing Engineer playing a key role in elevating production capabilities and supporting their continued market leadership.

Job Description

• Analyze and enhance manufacturing processes related to assembly, testing, packaging, and logistics.

• Collaborate with teams at all levels to challenge existing practices and drive meaningful improvements.

• Utilize lean tools such as 5S, KPIs, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Pareto analysis to implement process enhancements.

• Plan and design layouts for optimal space utilization, workflow, and workforce efficiency.

• Standardize processes and implement best practices along with performance metrics.

• Develop training materials for technical processes, including robotics and manual machine interfaces.

• Mentor and train employees on new processes and lean methodologies.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in lean engineering within a manufacturing environment; Belt certification in lean manufacturing is preferred.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

• Strong analytical skills to aggregate, interpret, and present data effectively.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex concepts clearly.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems and database management.

What's on Offer

• Base salary: $90,000-$110,000 depending on experience

• Bonus: 5%

• 2 Weeks PTO + 1 week sick time

• 401(k) match of 3%

• Annual profit sharing contribution

• 10 company holidays

• BCBS medical benefits - 2 plans: PPO or HMO

• Vision, Dental

• Paid trainings/certifications

Contact

George Sherlock

Quote job ref

JN-052026-7010547

Job summary

Sector

Engineering & Manufacturing

Sub Sector

Production, Manufacturing

Industry

Industrial / Manufacturing

Location

Chicago

Contract Type

Permanent

Consultant name

George Sherlock

Job Reference

JN-052026-7010547