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Engineering Manager

Chicago Steel, powered by UPG, Libertyville, Illinois, United States, 60092

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Metalex powered by UPG is looking for an Engineering Manager for our Libertyville, IL location. The Engineering Manager oversees a team dedicated to the design and manufacturing of stamped and fabricated metal parts. This role encompasses leadership in project management, production, operation, repair, and maintenance of equipment while ensuring alignment with organizational best practices. The manager guides projects, optimizing the use of modeling and manufacturing tools, and fosters collaborative efforts among mechanical engineers to achieve project completion.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of Engineering for a manufacturing plant which may include Engineering projects, product design, equipment maintenance, process improvement, quoting/costing, and BOM/Routing maintenance

Supervise a team of Engineers and Draftsmen; assign projects and ensure successful completion

Identify process improvement initiatives and execute projects to improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity

Employ Lean and Six Sigma concepts and practices

Collaborate and coordinate with other plant departments including Operations, Quality, Sales, and Human Resources

Track and report KPI’s, project statistics, timelines, budgets etc.

Develop and implement efficient processes and procedures

Utilize and demonstrate proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or other 3D CAD systems

Engage in project controls, prototyping, and requirements engineering/analysis

Create, maintain, and/or propose changes to company SOPs, Work instructions, Forms, and Records

Coordinate time studies determining manufacturing process times

Managerial Duties

Supervise a small team, contributing to process and procedure development

Employ thorough knowledge of the functional area to guide the team effectively

Involved in staffing, pay decisions, and policy development

Manage staff training, evaluation, and supervision

Position Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Five (5) years of experience in Engineering Supervision

Metal Stamping and/or Fabrication experience is required

Experienced in geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GDT)

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm and a sense of urgency

Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects in a timely manner

Diversity & Inclusion Statement UPG Enterprises LLC and its Affiliates is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Engineering and Information Technology

Industries Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing

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