Manufacturing Engineer - ITW

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 various industries targeting sustainable and profitable organic growth. 

ITW Drawform & Sexton is a $200M USD Division within Illinois Tool Works’ Automotive Segment.  It has an excellent reputation for delivering top results and exceeding customer expectations within the deep draw and aerosol can industries.

The Manufacturing Engineer will support the manufacturing area by developing a deep understanding of Internal & External customers’ needs and application requirements, and then developing and implementing solutions. This work will primarily revolve around process improvement in manufacturing processes, automation, washing, packing, and material handling. The incumbent may also collaborate in new product launch APQP activities.

• Research, develop, and implement measurable production processes within the specified time frame, and recommend improvements and cost reduction strategies.
• Assist in determining material handling, storage, and flow requirements.
• Develop and maintain production layouts and prepare alternatives on the CAD program.
• Conduct Process Analysis to Investigate and improve resources utilization.
• Assist with capital expenditure planning, may manage vendors to meet timelines and budgets.
• Input and maintain routings, bills of material, and FMEA’s.
• Assist outside processors with the start-up and trouble shooting of processes.
• Develop, document and maintain process plans and machine operating instructions.
• Maintain customer specifications.
• Coordinate the delivery, set-up and start-up of new equipment.
• Develop and coordinate the preventative maintenance program.
• Assist with the APQP process on new programs.
• Perform other duties as required or requested.

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mfg. Engineering required
• 5 – 7 Years of related experience in a manufacturing environment
• Prior experience required; Automation, Machining, Wash, Part Handling
• Industrial engineering with some mechanical engineering ideal
• Familiarity with Solidworks and Autocad.
• Experience in a metal stamping and machining environment a plus.
• Previous Project Launch and Program Management experience

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.