Plant Engineer Salary in Naperville, IL

Lead projects to optimize existing manufacturing processes - Kaizens, 5S, SMED etcLead team of Manufacturing Engineers, including evaluation of performance, technical support, hiring, and professional developmentIdentify areas to implement automation where possible, and oversee implementationPlay role in New Product Development, supporting NPD team and allocating plant resources to support NPD effortsStay up to date on current trends in manufacturing to identify areas to improve proceduresIdentify opportunities for capital expenditures, including cost justificationMPI 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.Bachelors degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Electrical Engineering or related field10+ years' experience minimum in an industrial manufacturing setting5+ years' minimum experience in a managerial capacityTrack record driving LEAN/CI initiatives with demonstrated resultsExperience in metal fabrication desiredProficiency in AutoCAD/other 3D modeling softwareExperience leading CapEx projectsExcellent written, verbal, & interpersonal skills

Lead/participate in projects to improve processes, reduce downtime, and improve safetyPerform time studies and line balancing3D modeling for the design of plant floor layouts and setup of new machine cellsImplement new machinery and tooling for production as neededWork cross-functionally with Quality and Product Engineering to support new product launches, perform PFMEAs, and address production issuesPlay a key role on APQP team, ensuring feasibility and quality of manufacturing new productsAssist with value stream mappingMPI 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.BS in Engineering or Industrial Technology3+ years' experience in a manufacturing environment, exposure to electronics manufacturing/electrical assembly highly preferredExperience leading and/or participating in continuous improvement projectsComfortable/familiar in a fast-paced manufacturing settingSafety backgroundExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills