Manufacturing Engineering Lead

22 hours ago


Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States Federal Signal Full time
Lead Manufacturing Engineer

TBEI - Lake Crystal is a leading manufacturer of Class 3-8 truck bodies and truck and trailer equipment, with a strong focus on municipal and utility applications. Our products are trusted by professionals and organizations worldwide, including the US Military.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Lead Manufacturing Engineer to lead our efforts in lean manufacturing, process optimization, and plant layout design. As a key member of our site leadership team, you will drive continuous improvement across all aspects of the production process, enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and implement lean manufacturing initiatives to drive continuous improvement, including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 5S implementations.
  • Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency gains, and develop solutions to streamline workflows, reduce cycle times, and enhance product quality.
  • Optimize plant layout and floor space utilization to improve workflow efficiency, material flow, and production capacity, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement layout changes.
  • Manage the justification, execution, and commissioning of new capital investment projects aimed at expanding capacity, upgrading equipment, and improving manufacturing capabilities.
  • Lead and mentor a manufacturing engineer and jig/fixture manufacturing technician, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise to foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
  • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with quality standards and regulatory requirements, and implement robust quality control measures to reduce defects and improve product reliability.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of processes, procedures, and project plans, and generate regular reports on key performance indicators, project status, and financial metrics to inform decision-making and drive accountability.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
  • Minimum 5 years experience in manufacturing engineering with a focus on lean manufacturing, process optimization, and project management.
  • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools, including Six Sigma, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
  • Proven track record of successfully leading process improvement initiatives and capital investment projects in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with plant layout design, including facility optimization and space utilization.
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail and a focus on results.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer.


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