JOB DESCRIPTION:

Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) is a Fortune 300 company, a global multi-industry manufacturing leader. With a revenue of $15.9 billion in 2024, ITW operates in 53 countries and employs approximately 44,000 people. The company is known for its innovative solutions and diverse range of products, including those used in the automotive, food equipment, and construction industries.

STAMPTECH FASTENERS TM DIVISION DESCRIPTION:

The ITW StampTech Fastener Division serves the major OEMs and Tier suppliers in the North American automotive market.  The division supplies stamped metal fasteners and engineered fastener assemblies that leverage our deep-draw stamping technologies. The annual revenue for the division is approximately $160M. Locations include Gallatin, TN, Lexington, KY& Naugatuck, CT.
The Division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering.  In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, StampTech Fasteners TM enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America, exchanging product, process, and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide and continually improving processes, material, and designs to ensure every product provides value and meets customer expectations.
Job Summary
Experienced and results-driven Process Engineer with a strong background in process design and production optimization. Skilled in data analysis, enhancing operational efficiency, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable improvements in quality, cost, and throughput. Adept at applying Lean manufacturing principles and driving OEE enhancements. Proven ability to support new product introductions, manage capital projects, and provide hands-on technical support across all areas of production. Expertise includes vision system troubleshooting (Keyence& Cognex), capacity planning, and leading FMEAs for product launches. Committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and productivity in dynamic manufacturing environments.This position will report directly to the Engineering Supervisor.

• Applying knowledge of process design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors and soliciting observations from operators.
• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities throughout the manufacturing facility.
• Optimize production processes to deliver cost savings, improve quality, and support new product introduction.
• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor,reviewing production schedules, estimating future requirements.
• Develops manufacturing processes by studying product requirements; designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods, equipment, and maintained quality.
• Utilization of lean techniques to reduce waste and improve productivity. Lead production& Engineering team on continuous improvement projects.
• Provide technical support for manufacturing operations, quality, and troubleshooting.
• Prepare product and process reports by analyzing information and trends.
• Prepare capacity reports with data analysis and submit capital expenditure requests, including cost analysis and justification, including an anticipated ROI schedule.
• Utilizes problem-solving tools in various situations, including root cause analysis, flowcharts, and fishbone diagrams.
• Evaluate and improve processes in manufacturing systems. Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Track and monitor processes and spend a large amount of time on the floor during all operational hours with a deep understanding of each area.
• Plan, co-ordinate, lead, and participate with various multi-disciplined teams addressing objectives associated with the stamping process, productivity, volume outputs, scrap and rework, quality, safety, and delivery commitments to optimize a profitable operation.
• Conduct appropriate training, as needed, for other personnel about procedures, processes, and equipment.
• Setup& Troubleshoot vision systems (Keyence& Cognex) as needed on floor.
• Lead OEE improvement activities with the support of the operations team& administer Vorne OEE System for data analysis purposes.
• Lead the cross-functional team on Process FMEA’s for new and existing product launches.
• Perform other duties as required.
  Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or related area or equivalent experience
• Previous 2-3 years of manufacturing experience preferred
• Previous one year of experience working with CAD preferred
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency with computers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to persuade others to change existing practices
• Strong attention to detail& ability to manage projects
• Proven ability to identify, assess, and solve problems

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