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Industrial Engineer - Bilingual Spanish - Melrose Park, IL

Interlake Mecalux, Inc. · Melrose Park, IL

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Degree
Required
Experience asked
3+ years
Industry
Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at Interlake Mecalux, Inc. (industrial) in Melrose Park, IL.

They ask for
3+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Root cause, ISO 9001, Plant layout, EHS / safety
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Industrial Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $80k–$120k.

Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 14 industrial engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 13 other live industrial postings in Illinois.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $80k–$120k, from 7 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Lean 43%
  • ✓ Plant layout 43%
  • Six Sigma 36%
  • Time studies 36%
  • Team leadership 36%
  • Automation 29%

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

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

It asks for 3+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coveragePromotion path mentioned

Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.

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 Interlake Mecalux, Inc.

    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 does off-shift and weekend coverage 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.

Full description from Interlake Mecalux, Inc.As posted on their careers site.Show

Responsibilities

Driving continuous improvement efforts in the plant in terms of quality (e.g., eliminating waste, reducing process variation, increasing production throughput and improving manufacturing processes). Resolving manufacturing problems by investigating issues, identifying root causes, taking corrective actions and documenting results/process changes by using different quality techniques to determine the complexity of the problem(s). Developing and implementing solutions that improve the quality and efficiency of the various manufacturing processes in fabrication and assembly operations. Preparing manuals and training plant floor workers in the use of new forms, reports, procedures or equipment, focusing training on correct quality check procedures, root cause analysis and corrective action using ISO 9001 certification criteria. Utilizing technical skills and operational experience to develop technical solutions for production problems that involve methods, equipment, material replenishment, process controls, error‑proofing, overall equipment effectiveness, and others. Ensuring plant layout is suitable for an efficient manufacturing process. Reviewing, studying, following, and implementing plans and solutions to the production process while conferring with management. Acting as a liaison between plant leads, plant workers, and management to accomplish the production objectives set forth by company vision. Keeping records of production suppliers essential for the production process and review delivery records to confirm quality

requirements

were fulfilled.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, or similar field of study) and Master’s degree. Personality: Candidates must have integrity, be highly analytical, and have a strong desire to be deeply involved in the business. Candidates must be organized and methodical in their work, with the ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to change. Candidates must be able to persevere through difficult work challenges with the highest degree of dedication. Candidates must have strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to interact and communicate effectively with personnel from all levels of the organization. Understanding of safe work practices, OSHA, EPA. Desire to work in a manufacturing environment and ability to work in hot and cold plant conditions. Fluency in English and Spanish is required without exception. Benefits Competitive compensation. Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement. 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating. Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year. Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits. Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments. Interlake Mecalux offers: Competitive compensation. Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement. 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating. Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year. Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits. Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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The Industrial Engineer is responsible for assigning work and training production personnel, assisting with process improvements, and ensuring quality, safety, and productivity goals are met.

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