Company Description

Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a Fortune 200 global industrial company centered on a differentiated business model. The company’s seven business segments leverage the 80/20 business model to generate solid growth, best-in-class margins and favorable returns in markets where innovative, customer-focused solutions are required. ITW delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. The Seats & Motion Division is a market leader in the manufacture of state-of-the-art seating, plastic head-rest bezels, and battery indicators.

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineering Manager will be responsible for carrying out assignments requiring a systematic approach to creating solutions for customer applications.  This person will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of Manufacturing & Process Engineering.

Lead the plant’s manufacturing engineering team focusing on short and mid-term process and product development working with design and program engineers.Track scrap & efficiency to identify areas of concern to focus the team’s attention.Drive improvement in all manufacturing processes using the ITW Toolbox.Responsible for evaluating and managing changes for all manufacturing processes and manufactured products supported by design and process changes of existing product.Ensures the product designs proposed by the design team meet customer requirements and design feasible for manufacturing and within budget, through direct consultation with Project Management, Manufacturing and Quality Engineering.Lead internal launch and manufacturing reviews and product knowledge transfer to the Operations team during Project Launch phases.Support coordination of customer visits with plants as requested.Participates in regular discussions with external customers, Program Managers, Designers and Engineering team.Reviews customer launch orders for changes and adjust production accordingly, tooling and HPVT runs.Promote, support, and adhere to all safety, environmental and quality related policies and procedures.Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering requiredAt least 5 years’ experience in plastic injection molding process, preferredSupervisory skill set - knowledge of subordinate monitoring, coaching and counseling.Demonstrated capability to manage and improve assembly and injection molding process control requirements through supervisory direction and/or independent process analysis.Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and 6 Sigma preferredExcellent organization and interpersonal skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsAble to function independently, exercises sound judgment and decision makingMust have ability to manage ambiguityEffective problem resolution skills combined with “big picture” awarenessMust be able to lift 35 lbs. on occasion.Must be able to climb ladders on occasion.Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.