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Industrial Engineer

Sterling Engineering · Elk Grove Village, IL

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Degree
Preferred
Experience asked
5+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
16 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at Sterling Engineering (industrial) in Elk Grove Village, IL.

They ask for
5+ years · degree preferred
Tools it names
Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC

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How this role compares

Against 18 other live industrial postings in Illinois.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $80k–$120k, from 11 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
More than usual (5+ vs 4+)

Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Plant layout 58%
  • ✓ Lean 47%
  • Time studies 47%
  • ✓ Six Sigma 37%
  • ✓ Automation 37%
  • ✓ AutoCAD 37%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, PLC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 5+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

At a glance

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How to get in at this plant

Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.

  1. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at Sterling Engineering

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 2

    Send a short, curious note

    One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.

  3. 3

    Turn a reply into a short call

    Questions worth asking about this team:

    • What does a normal week look like on your team?
    • Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 4

    Apply with someone vouching for you

    If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.

  5. 5

    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.

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Responsibilities

Develop and optimize centerline settings, machine setpoints and operating parameters for production equipment Lead process improvement initiatives across changeovers, sanitation, tooling and other workflow areas; identify operational inefficiencies and drive new process development where needed Partner with teams to evaluate and recommend cost-reduction, automation and capital improvement opportunities Improve equipment reliability by analyzing performance data, reducing scrap and waste and ensuring availability of critical parts Support Commissioning, Validation, and Startup (CVS) activities for capital projects and ensure smooth integration into operations Collaborate with Maintenance team to enhance preventive maintenance (PM) schedules, spare parts planning, repair procedures and overall asset health Analyze CMMS (M+) work-order data to identify patterns, root causes and improvement opportunities in maintenance performance Establish documentation standards for vendors and contractors that support training material development and operational readiness Serve as the primary liaison for OEMs, coordinating technician visits and providing on-site support as needed Lead targeted initiatives to increase uptime and equipment availability while reducing failures and unplanned downtime Coach and develop the Operational Process Leads to improve their skills, allowing them to be more effective team members; teams may be formed to attack a specific defect / loss or to support a specific project / initiative Perform other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in the Engineering / Technology Field from an accredited institution 2-5 years of industry experience developing and writing procedures with cross functional teams; experience use with total productive maintenance (TPM) preferred Proficient use and knowledge in SAP, Adobe Acrobat Writer, PLC, AutoCAD and/or similar 2D CAD program and Shop Floor integration Understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and principles preferred Experience in a manufacturing environment; food industry experience is preferred Knowledge and experience with plant operations, packaging and processing equipment Ability to proactively lead and coach teams to solve problems, multi-task, deliver continuous improvement initiatives, establish sound operating #J-**-Ljbffr

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Must have Skill Set: BS Industrial Engineering degree or similar

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