Job Description
Manufacturing Process Engineer
Location:
On-site | Elgin, IL
Compensation:
$80,000–$110,000 per year
Overview
We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to translate design specifications into efficient, repeatable, and high-quality manufacturing processes for advanced electronics products. This hands-on role provides technical support to production, ensures process compliance, and drives collaboration between Engineering, Quality, and Production teams.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary technical liaison between Production, Engineering, and Quality teams
Translate new product designs and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) into actionable manufacturing plans
Act as the Voice of Manufacturing to the design team, providing feedback on manufacturability
Provide hands-on support to production lines, troubleshoot process and assembly issues, and minimize downtime
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for production defects, failures, and yield excursions
Manage Material Review Board (MRB) processes for non-conforming assemblies
Design, implement, and maintain custom fixtures and test equipment
Develop and maintain detailed Manufacturing Work Instructions for all product assemblies
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve cycle time, cost, and first-pass yield
Collaborate with Quality to implement in-process inspections, Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and audits of manufacturing processes
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field
4+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing or assembly, ideally in LCD, OLED, TFT displays, or PCBA
Experience serving as a cross-functional liaison between Engineering, Quality, and Production
Strong knowledge of electronics theory, schematics, wiring diagrams, and component datasheets
Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma process improvement methodologies
Experience with quality systems such as ISO 9001 and leading Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
Familiarity with production equipment, tooling, and process validation in electronics manufacturing
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range:
$80,000–$110,000 per year
Bonus:
Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance
Paid Time Off:
Personal Time Off (PTO) offered on an accrual basis up to [insert hours, e.g., 160 hours/year], plus [insert number] Paid Holidays; PTO and holidays prorated based on hire date
Health Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for full-time employees; employee contributions may apply
Retirement:
401(k) plan with employer match available
Other Benefits:
Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary benefits, wellness programs, professional development opportunities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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