Job Description

Company Description

Founded in 1912, Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW) is a diversified, Fortune 200 manufacturing company that delivers specialized expertise, innovative thinking and value-added products to meet critical customer needs in a variety of industries. Ranked among Fortunes Magazines most admired companies, the company focuses on solid growth, improving profitability and strong returns across its worldwide platforms and divisions. These divisions serve customers and markets around the globe, with a significant presence in developed as well as emerging markets. ITWs revenues totaled $14.5 billion in 2014.

ITW Medical is comprised of two strong medical product brands, Coeur and Filtertek, situated to proactively meet the needs of customers in the marketplace. The Filtertek product line is comprised of custom plastic insert molded filtration and flow control components for global OEM medical device customers. Coeur is a leading provider of disposable medical products used in diagnostic imaging and other medical procedures.

Job Description

Position Summary:

The ideal candidate should work well with large amounts of data, have the ability to manage small projects independently, possess a solid understanding of technical systems, and understands the importance of meeting deadlines to support larger objectives. The candidate will take initiative to solve problems and support additional Manufacturing Engineering activities as necessary.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The main responsibility of the Manufacturing Engineer is to focus on continuous improvement and sustainability of equipment and processes in the assembly and molding departments.

Primary Duties Include:

a. This position reports directly to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and is responsible for plant related engineering functions.

b. Drive improvement in all manufacturing processes using the ITW Toolbox.

c. Conduct ongoing analyses of products and processes to identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiencies.

d. Assist in new product development and modifications and revisions to existing products

e. Coordinate and conduct validations (IQ, OQ, PQ)

f. Lead/Participate in the coordination and implementation of capital projects (Project Management)

g. Investigate and install new methods, layouts, equipment and process analysis that improve overall operation of the plant.

h. Develop and implement work instructions and standardization of processes.

i. Troubleshoot processes which are prone to be frequent or major production problems.

j. Assists in the training of personnel

Assists in maintenance related issues.

Provides technical support to manufacturing, engineering, quality, marketing, customer service, and management as needed.

Possesses the ability to get along with co-workers, customers, and company visitors.

Arrives at work on time and complies with company attendance and tardiness policies.

Provides input in budget planning and timelines.

Maintains a clean work area and follows proper safety procedures.

Will participate in special projects assignments are required.

On-Call availability.

Perform all activities in a safe manner and follow all company established safety rules.

Comply with OSHA Safety and Health regulations, along with other federal, state, and local regulations regarding environmental, industrial, and electrical mandates.

Qualifications

Position Skills and Experience 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related science and at least 1 year of appropriate experience or five years of related experience

Ability to read and understand complex instructions such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

Ability to carry out detailed, complex oral or written instructions

Ability to apply problem solving techniques to address complex issues

Must have good communication skills and excellent listening skills

Computer experience is preferred with knowledge of Microsoft office. AutoCAD or other drafting software experience is preferred

Novice electrical and mechanical knowledge needed

Additional Information

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

ITW offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including competitively priced medical and dental coverage the first of the month following hire, free life insurance, paid vacation and holidays, and immediate 401k matching. Additional retirement savings contribution (above and beyond 401k) is awarded at no cost after one year.

ITW Medical is an equal opportunity, equal employment, affirmative action employer. We strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment where everyone is welcome to contribute their unique talents and ideas. We encourage applications from females, males, disabled/protected or other veterans, persons with disabilities, all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations and gender identities. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable persons with disabilities to apply and to perform the essential job functions. If you require assistance with completing an application, please reply that you require assistance.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.