Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Overview

IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Role Overview

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will utilize advanced, analytical tools and techniques to define, quantify, and improve product and process quality in a machine shop and assembly setting. The Sr ME will be responsible for customer communications and lead the rapid response to customer returns. The focus of this position will be on continual improvement of existing processes and supporting the efforts of the development and process validation of new processes using lean manufacturing practices.

Work Environment: University Park, IL Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as engineering leader to junior level associates, utilizing and implementing corporate Factory Floor Quality System (FFQS) and Advance Product Quality Planning (APQP) processes to eliminate errors in all facets of the business utilizing statistical analysis tools (e.g. SPC, Six Sigma, Risk Analysis, PFMEA, Core documents, 8D Process, root-cause analysis, First article, Capability studies, Design of Experiments (DOE), Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (R&R), trend analysis, etc.)
• Lead internal, customer, and outside certification audits (ISO 9001:2015).
• Analyze quality data and trends to drive continuous improvement efforts and investments; reducing DPM, RMAs, scrap and overall cost.
• Lead investigations and use root cause analysis methodologies to assess quality issues and come up with corrective actions through our 8D Process.
• Lead and coordinate actions to rapidly respond to customer returns, RMAs.
• Manage facility inspection equipment including storage, handling, and calibration.
• Reviews quality standards, tolerances, and engineering changes.
• Investigate, establish, and implement requirements for inspection and testing methods, techniques, equipment, and facilities.
• Lead the site Corrective Action and Preventative Action (CAPA) process.
• Drive visual management into all aspects of the manufacturing environment
• Share and standardize best practices and processes.
• Develop and administer standard work practices/employee training.
• Continuously improving operations, efficiency, tooling, and manufacturing equipment.
• Primarily responsible for carrying out projects in the following areas: Machine design/procurement, new product implementations, manufacturing engineering, plant automation, tooling design/implementation, and manufacturing cost estimates.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.
• Develop routings, standard work, procedures, and illustrations.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency using Lean techniques, 5S, standard work, value stream mapping, setup reduction, etc.
• Facilitate process improvement and set-up reduction opportunities.
• Provide technical guidance to the site and resolve critical site issues.
• Facilitate and execute the organization's Lean strategy throughout the organization.
• Support design engineering requests and document all engineering changes.
• Conceptualize, design, and procure special tooling for specific operations as requested.
• Initiate actions to determine root cause analysis and prevent the occurrence of any nonconformance relating to product, process & systems Implement interim processes as required correcting or containing all non-conformances Assist area supervisors/managers in MAR, RGA, & CAR dispositions.
• Provide mentoring to new/other Manufacturing Engineers (I & II). Provides guidance to CNC Programmers, Tool Makers and Process Technicians in various projects and responsibilities.
• Troubleshoots and resolves product integrity issues with an appropriate sense of urgency. Supports VAVE and product transfers.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of organization.
• Ensure the keeping of accurate and up-to-date daily records of site progress and key issues.
• Devising and implementing risk management programs and ensure proactive risk mitigation strategies are implemented and communicating these to management on a regular basis.
• Report to the site Leaders on project progress and relevant issues on a regular basis.
• Facilitate the project team’s achievement of goals and objectives.
• Coordination and control of the change management process both technical and commercial.
• Integrate HSE requirements in alignment with site needs and serves as the site HSE technical expert.
• Other duties and projects as assigned
  
  

Critical Competencies For Success

• Bachelor’s degree in (B.A. or B.S.) from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Quality, or related technical discipline.
• 5 years of experience in the quality engineering field or in a related area.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook)
• Experience in MRP systems, Oracle preferred
• Demonstrated experience in applying quality standards (i.e., ISO 9001) and process improvements
• Practical experience with quality and statistical analysis tools (e.g. SPC, Six Sigma, Risk Analysis, P-PAP, FMEA, Core documents, 8D Process, root-cause analysis, First article, Capability studies, Design of Experiments (DOE), Gauge Repeatability & Reproducibility (R&R), trend analysis, etc.)
• Experience with Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) and failure investigation tools and techniques.
• Ability to identify problems and use solid judgment in selecting analysis methods and techniques for obtaining options and/or solutions.
• Excellent verbal, listening, application and written communication skills, including the ability to train and educate others.
• Excellent presentation/facilitation, organizational, analytical, and written/oral communication skills.
  
  

Pay range: $75-$85k

Within this range, individual pay is determined based on skills, experience, and qualifications relative to the job requirements. Base pay information is aligned with market location and may be subject to prevailing wage laws, if applicable.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs.

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%
  
  

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes To This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.