An aggressive and innovative rubber parts manufacturing company is seeking an individual with strong interpersonal skills and manufacturing experience to fill the role of the Lead Manufacturing & Customer Service Engineer. Our company has been in business for over 60 years and is looking at a significant growth potential in the next 3-5 years. With clients who are leaders in virtually all industries, and include Fortune 500 companies, our business model is strong and successful. We specialize in compression and transfer molding, extruding, die cutting and other value added services. This salaried-exempt position will be based out of Northlake, IL and will report directly to the President, occasionally traveling to our other Illinois location.
RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:
- Manufacturing process development and improvements
- Developing quotes for new parts and customers by interpretation of drawings and requirements and obtaining all material, tooling and secondary operations cost as needed
- Assist in Customer Service department for new customers as well as existing customers
- Support quality systems and improvement initiatives
- Project management of key daily requirements as well as strategic management of FA submission and approval process -involvement in Production, Operation, Inspection and final approval.
- Market analysis and implementation for cost effective supply of molds, raw material, and production equipment and services
- Other duties and responsibilities as required.
- Travel to visit customers and suppliers and our other facility (less than 20%)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Four-year BS Degree in a related Engineering discipline (preferred Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree)
Bilingual in Spanish required
- Strong personal computer skills, including proficiency in Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Knowledge of Solid Works and modeling software and/or Fusion 360
- Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
- Must be able to read engineering drawings which include dimensions and tolerances, etc..
- Must be results oriented with a strong desire to succeed
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
- Basic supervisory skills
- Valid Driver’s License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in the process of molding of rubber parts or similar is a big advantage Hands On Management Style -capable of multi tasking - will report directly to President
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- Strong interpersonal skills - there will be significant cross functional activities including, Purchasing, Inventory, Production, Quality and Operation
- Experience with AS9000 and/or ISO Quality System is a big benefit
- Quality Control and/or Quality System Management experience a plus
BENEFITS INCLUDE: Competitive salary depending on your work experience and education * Great opportunity for advancement since you report directly to President
- Bi annual performance bonuses based on established goals
- 401k Retirement program with matching
- PTO
SRRP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, age, gender or sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic identity, genetic information, disability, veteran/military status or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Yearly bonus
Experience level:
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Northlake, IL 60164: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Language:
Work Location: In person