Project Engineer in Chicago

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Job Description

Manufacturing Project Engineer

Company Overview

We are seeking a skilled Manufacturing Project Engineer to join our team. This role is essential in driving operational excellence, enhancing product quality, improving safety, and optimizing manufacturing performance across our facilities.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Project Engineer is responsible for developing and implementing improved manufacturing methods using Lean principles. This role also supports ongoing manufacturing and process engineering initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow all safety and food-safety procedures, including OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout, and GMPs.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, respect, professionalism, and alignment with company values.
• Lead the development and execution of capital projects from scope through commissioning.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, equipment vendors, and contractors to develop project scope, budgets, and timelines.
• Prepare and present capital approval documentation.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and risk to meet objectives.
• Document new manufacturing processes and engineering procedures.
• Conduct process audits to ensure compliance and discipline.
• Recommend equipment or process changes to improve performance.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional teams and problem-solving initiatives.
• Initiate and implement cost‑reduction strategies.
• Travel up to 60% as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (equivalent experience considered).

Experience

Minimum of 5 years of experience in food manufacturing.

Skills

• Lean manufacturing & continuous improvement (Kaizen, 5S, VSM)
• Process engineering & optimization
• MS Office and AutoCAD proficiency
• Cost reduction & waste elimination
• Quality methodologies (Six Sigma, SPC, root cause analysis)
• Manufacturing safety standards & risk mitigation
• Project management & cross-functional leadership
• Data analysis & problem-solving
• Technical documentation & standard work development

Working Conditions

• Work in a food manufacturing environment with exposure to allergens, temperature changes, humidity, and noise.
• Ability to kneel, bend, lift, work at heights, and wear required PPE.
• Enter and work in confined spaces following all safety protocols.Lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

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