Process Engineer
Flex · Illinois
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Travel
- 5%
- Experience asked
- 6+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Flex (industrial) in Illinois. Develop, implement, and take ownership of process control methodologies.
- They ask for
- 6+ years
- Tools it names
- OEE, Root cause, FMEA, PLC, Robotics, Welding
- Day to day
- about 5% travel
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Find 2–3 people on the Process team at this site
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Send a short, curious note
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Have a 15-minute chat
Good questions for this role:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- The posting says about 5% travel. Between which sites?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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Ask if they'd refer you or introduce you to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link and tell them the day you apply.
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Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
About the role
Responsibilities
- ◆Define and implement manufacturing systems appropriate for customer applications.
- ◆Support manufacturing KPIs such as OEE, Yield, Scrap and Downtime.
- ◆Establish and improve robust, repeatable, and reproducible process parameters.
- ◆Capability to independently or together with other engineering stakeholders identify root causes of failures in the manufacturing process.
- ◆Advanced troubleshooting of complex mechanical issues with high-speed automated manufacturing equipment.
- ◆Provide equipment maintenance and repair support as required.
- ◆Understanding the manufacturing process, technologies, techniques, and the product.
- ◆Support creation and implementation of engineering change orders (ECOs).
- ◆Develop, implement, and take ownership of process control methodologies.
- ◆Participate in activities pertaining to cycle time and process improvements.
- ◆Implement statistical process analysis on new and existing products.
- ◆Develop and maintain process documentation.
- ◆Assist in the development of training and provide training to production personnel.
- ◆Define, Implement, and evaluate proposed design updates and processes.
- ◆Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods.
- ◆Create work instructions and coordinate training for facilities and production personnel.
- ◆Coordinate/participate in pFMEA of manufacturing processes
- ◆Apply statistical methods to estimate future manufacturing
requirements
and potential.
Qualifications
- ✓B.S. in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering with a minimum of 6 years’ experience in related field.
- ✓Minimum 6 years of experience working in a medical manufacturing or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.
- ✓Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering experience working in high-volume assembly processes.
- ✓Knowledge of automated equipment systems and tools - robotics, vision, material handling/part feeding systems, conveyors, ultrasonic welding, foil sealing, HMI/PLC controls.
- ✓Travel required – 5%
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Summary
The Process Engineer will be based in Buffalo Grove, IL reporting to the Process Engineering Manager. The Process Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes by providing technical support in the development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing systems per project requirements.
What you'll receive for the great work you provide
- •Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
- •Life Insurance
- •Short-term and Long-term Disability
- •Matching 401(k) Contributions
- •Vacation and Paid Sick Time
- •Tuition Reimbursement