564 Materials Engineer jobs in Buffalo Grove,IL

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Sr Manager, R&D - Plastic Rigid Materials

Kraft/Heinz

Northfield, IL 60093

$151,000 bonus

OnsiteFlexible ScheduleHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

BS/MS/PhD degree in Engineering, Materials, Chemical or Packaging Engineering preferred or related discipline.
Minimum 8 years of R&D; technology development and commercialization experience in packaging and project leadership experience (consumer goods, food & beverage, pharma or similar preferred).
Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end development projects, identifying and driving packaging technology initiatives, leading external partnerships, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated experience in people management
Strong technical knowledge of" materials" (polymers, barriers and additives , etc.) and" manufacturing constraints , including converting processes (e.g., filling, labeling, molding , injection molding, extrusion blow molding, thermoforming ), bottle closure and dispensing systems .
Proven project management/PMO skills; experience with governance, risk management, budget management, and stakeholder reporting.
Expert knowledge of design of experiments and statistics; strong technical problem solving.
Excellent communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills; ability to influence at all levels.
Previous experience leading complex, multisite or global packaging or technology launches.
Expert knowledge of sustainable packaging solutions, material/package industry standards and regulations.
Experience with pilot line setups and scale-up to industrial production.
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time .
Strong technical knowledge of" materials" (polymers, barriers and additives , etc.) and" manufacturing constraints , including converting processes (e.g., filling, labeling, molding , injection molding, extrusion blow molding ), bottle closure and dispensing systems .

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Material Manager

Methode Electronics

Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

~ 22 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in materials planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations for the Power Electronics sector
Previous leadership or supervisory experience required
Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Epicor CMS preferred)
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

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Senior Staff Engineer

Packaging Corporation Of America

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$120,000 bonus

Hybrid~ 23 minUrgently HiringHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field (or equivalent experience)
8+ years in industrial paper, corrugating, or design engineering environments
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD (or similar)
Ability to travel extensively (80%) – minimum 3 weeks per month
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate
Organized, self-driven, and capable of working independently or as part of a team
Provide technical expertise and project management support across multiple PCA locations
Lead capital and maintenance projects from concept to completion—planning, design, budgeting, implementation, and troubleshooting
Develop actionable recommendations using sound engineering judgment
Create drawings, specifications, and instructions to communicate project requirements
Ensure safety and environmental compliance in all project designs and installations
Coordinate and supervise contractors and engineering teams on diverse projects
Deliver projects on time and within budget while maintaining high-quality standards
Prepare reports and presentations based on data analysis and project outcomes

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Manufacturing Engineer

Element Solutions

Itasca, IL 60143

$78,906-$98,632/yr

~ 30 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in semiconductor or highly regulated industries
Hands-on experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and process optimization
Knowledgeable in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), PFMEA, DOE, process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and process capability analysis
Experienced in fast-paced, high-volume production environments
Familiar with cleanroom operations, contamination control, and regulatory standards

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Senior Engineer - Civil/Structural Engineering Standards

ComEd

Villa Park, IL 60181

$103,200/yr

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Manufacturing Engineer

Pentair

Hanover Park, IL 60133

$82,300-$152,800/yr

~ 33 min OnsiteBilingual PreferredEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

5+ years of manufacturing experience.
MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) and JDE.
Proven track record of leveraging Project Management Methodologies to implement improvements or Capital Projects per establish timelines and budgets.
Ability to demonstrate critical thinking skills with applications (i.e. Design of Experiments, Root Cause Problem Solving, Driving SQDCC Metrics)
Proficient in AutoCAD, Solidworks, and other related programs.
Proficiency in English required.

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Quality Inspector III (2189)

Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation

Libertyville, IL 60048

$30/hr

$1,000 bonus

~ 28 min OnsiteEducation Assistance

5-10 years of experience in quality control, metrology, or a related field.
CMM programming or editing experience required.
Strong working knowledge of metrology, measurement techniques, and precision inspection tools.
Experience with GD&T; interpretation and application.
Familiarity with AS9102 FAI requirements.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

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Manufacturing Engineer

Heico

Chicago, IL 60630

~ 44 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and prints.
Ability to work independently on the production floor, communicate findings clearly, and influence peers and production staff without direct authority.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment; proficient with Microsoft Office.
Demonstrated attention to quality standards in a production environment; understands the relationship between process discipline and product outcome.
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
3 - 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment in a technical support capacity (IE, ME, process engineering, or equivalent).

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QC Inspector 1 - 2nd shift

Dexter Magnetic Technologies

Elk Grove Village, IL 60007

$22-$23/hr

~ 26 min OnsiteEducation AssistanceHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

High school diploma or equivalent is required
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a manufacturing or quality control environment
Inspecting incoming materials, components, and assemblies to verify compliance with specifications, customer requirements, and engineering standards
Recording inspection results accurately in the company's systems in adherence to established work instructions
Managing non-conforming materials by tagging, documenting, and placing items in quarantine while coordinating with relevant teams for resolution
Preparing initial packaging, generating bar code labels, and completing required documentation to ensure traceability
Basic understanding of mechanical drawings and blueprints
Proficiency in using inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
Strong computing skills, including experience with MS Office and MRP systems (preferably Epicor)
Ability to communicate effectively across different organizational levels, promoting collaboration and resolution of non-conformance issues
Must be able to work on 2nd shift

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Engineer, Electrical Analytical

Constellation Energy

Bartlett, IL 60103

~ 39 min OnsiteHealth InsurancePaid Time OffRetirement Benefit

Bachelor&rsquos; degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) with 2 years of nuclear or related engineering experience
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Bachelor&rsquos; degree in Engineering (Chemical, Civil/Structural, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical or Nuclear) with 5 years of nuclear experience or related engineering experience
Maintain minimum access requirement or unescorted access requirements, as applicable, and favorable medical examination and/or testing in accordance with position duties

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