Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

SURESTAFF is immediately hiring a Manufacturing Engineering Technician for a client in Carpentersville, IL. The Manufacturing Engineering Technician is responsible for evaluating processes and configuring manufacturing systems to improve operating capability and sustainability while maintaining all applicable safety and reliability standards; to develop best practices within the production process; to research and propose new equipment or equipment modifications. SURESTAFF is invested in their team members! All employees are offered competitive compensation ($55,000-$58,000/yr) as well as a benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).

Available shifts include: 8am-4pm OR 9am-5pm

Manufacturing Engineering Technician Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under technical direction, troubleshoot and analyze manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions for high quality, efficient manufacturing solutions
• Support workflow analysis, work methods, plant and department layouts for improved product flow in production
• Assist production and new product development in troubleshooting CNC machine programming
• Help identify required tools, jigs and fixtures, or other new or special equipment required for new production or improvements to existing production lines
• Assist with the installation and debugging of production equipment
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes to raise product quality and profitability
• Update and maintain visual and written work guidelines
• Update and maintain manufacturing routings
• Assist in the development of manufacturing infrastructure to integrate or deploy new manufacturing processes
• Perform time studies and monitor or measure manufacturing processes to identify ways to reduce losses, decrease time requirements, or improve quality
• Utilize ERP system to retrieve and maintain production information
• Perform other manufacturing tasks as assigned

Manufacturing Engineering Technician Skills and Competencies:

• Associates Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Must have a good mechanical aptitude of general machinery.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• 3+ years of CNC programming and operating.
• Ability to develop data-driven solutions in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Solidworks or similar 3D modeling package.
• Experience with manufacturing data analysis.
• ERP system experience desirable.
• Strong Excel skills desirable
• Experience with fiber optic laser programming desirable

About Surestaff

At Surestaff, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:

• Access to a wide range of job opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
• Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions
• Electronic weekly pay
• Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support

Surestaff also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer. Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment‑related evaluations. AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation. Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Surestaff is the place for you. Let’s get started today!