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Manufacturing Engineering Manager

The Judge Group
Sterling, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026

Our client is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for thier large, Manufacturing facility located in the Sterling Il area. The Manager will lead a team fo 4-5 Direct Report Engineers to sustain & improve existing products & processes with a focus on plant performance, process optimization & assembly efficiency. This role leads the identification and resolution of product, process & design issues and drives continuous improvement initiatives. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and an analytical approach towards problem solving to support a high-volume manufacturing plant. The ideal candaite will have a good technical proficiecny with Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and a decent understanding of GD&T


A relocation packaage is available for candidates open to moving. This is an extreamly reputable company & a staple of American manufacturing. They are the industry leader in their product segment with an amzing culture and a highly competitive overall compensation package. Interested candidates should contact Lee Douglas @ 610 617-1447 or email a current resume to LDouglas@judge.com


This job will have the following responsibilities:

  • Develop team capability, performance, and overall engineering effectivenes
  • Drive proper use of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) standards to improve design clarity, manufacturability, and inspection consistency
  • Drive Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles in product and process improvements to reduce cost, complexity, and variation
  • Collaborate with New Product Development teams to support design reviews and ensure smooth product launches
  • Drive manufacturability, process stability, and product performance in highvolume production
  • Support capital and tooling investments (equipment, molds, fixtures, etc.) to meet quality and capacity requirements
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing) to reduce costs, scraps, and downtime while improving quality and productivit
  • Perform root cause analysis using statistical methods and implement corrective actions
  • Partner with Quality and Operations on product and process changes
  • Support development of FMEAs, Control Plans, and process capability improvements


Qualifications & Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Process or Mechanical preferred
  • 7 years of engineering experience in Manufacturing
  • 3 years in a leadership position directing a team of Engineers
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities
  • Strong knowledge of plastic, stamped, and machined part design and manufacturing processes
  • Experience with 3D modeling
  • Demonstrated leadership, team development, and delegation skills


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Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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