Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION:
ITW Shakeproof Fasteners supplies cold headed & metal stamped fasteners totaling approximately $200M in revenue annually. Manufacturing and warehouse locations include Watertown WI; Milwaukee WI; Machesney Park IL; Broadview IL; Elgin IL; Iron Ridge WI. we serve major OEMs and their tier
suppliers direct and through distribution channels in the industrial market. ITW Shakeproof Fasteners drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering allowing us to enhance our customers competitive advantage.
POSTION SUMMARY:
The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting tool design continuous improvement and capacity analysis. The Process Engineer is also a critical member of our Advanced Product Quality Planning
(APQP) process for parts within the Division and directly impacts the P&L through successful new product launch and efficiency improvements. To achieve their goals the engineer works frequently with our manufacturing quality sales and APQP teams.

PRIMARY DUTIES:
Collaborates with our manufacturing departments to develop manufacturing prints bill of materials routings and establishes controls for ensuring quality product. This includes the creation of Process FMEAs and Control Plans.
Creates 2D and/or D3 models of the tooling used in the manufacturing of our product.
Leads Build Events during the APQP process of new product (if applicable).
Supports capacity analysis for new and existing product.
Guides APQP Engineers on part feasibility for potential new business.
Using Lean techniques supports continuous improvement projects at our plants with the goal to reduce waste and/or improve manufacturing performance.
Works alongside Production to trouble-shoot manufacturing issues.
Supports Quality in root cause analysis of customer and internal issues.
Manages updates to engineering prints standards or processes.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors degree in Engineering.

Minimum 1-2 years experience in manufacturing industry product and or tooling development for metal manufacturing (fastener) experience desired.

Automotive industry is highly beneficial.

Working knowledge of APQP or equivalent gated product development processes.
Working knowledge of Lean techniques.

Elevated proficiency with Microsoft Office software package; specifically Excel PowerPoint and Word. Strong experience with 2D and 3D CAD software; preferably AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Strong business acumen and excellent project management skills.

Excellent interpersonal and facilitation skills with the ability to effectively communicate and connect with individuals at all levels of the organization.

Strategic mindset with ability to anticipate future trends while translating those insights into actionable strategy.

Capable of building credibility and influencing the actions behaviors and mindset of others without direct authority.

Strong attention to detail.

Ability to multi-task while maintaining highest levels of accuracy.
Team player; ability to work effectively with other departments and facilities.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin disability status protected veteran status or any characteristic protected by law.
Compensation Information: The specific salary within the posted pay range will depend on the successful candidates qualifications and prior experience with approximately $80000 to $110000 annually.

Compensation Information:

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues unique perspectives experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential.

As an equal employment opportunity employer ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color sex gender identity sexual orientation religion national origin age disability protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws.