Quality Engineer II – Manufacturing Excellence | Mapleton, IL

Quality Engineer II
Location: Mapleton, Illinois, United States

Industry: Manufacturing & Production
Job Category: Manufacturing - Quality

Job Summary
A leading manufacturing facility in Mapleton, IL, is seeking a Quality Engineer II to support process improvements, product quality, and operational excellence. The role focuses on conducting investigations and analyses that contribute to the development and implementation of quality standards for parts and prime products. The Quality Engineer will collaborate across departments to enhance quality practices, resolve production issues, and drive continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with various departments to enhance quality practices through coaching, tracking continuous improvement initiatives, and monitoring quality scorecards.

• Lead the implementation of corrective and preventive action processes, ensuring validation and verification of ideas to promote defect-free operations.

• Coordinate with engineering teams on product and process development, new product introductions, engineering changes, and cost reduction initiatives.

• Develop and implement quality control methodologies and systems to enhance production processes.

• Support lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S implementation, and SAP systems to integrate quality standards into daily operations.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in a foundry environment.

Required Skills:

• Quality Management: Extensive experience with quality management methods, tools, and techniques to ensure adherence to quality goals.

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA): Proficiency in identifying causes of defects and implementing structured solutions to prevent recurrence.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with teams across various functions in a constructive and results-driven manner.

• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to anticipate, recognize, and resolve operational or process issues.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to execute tasks with a high degree of accuracy and precision.

• Flexibility and Adaptability: Capacity to thrive in a dynamic environment and manage change effectively.

Additional Information:

• This position is based in Mapleton, IL.

• Domestic relocation assistance may be available.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $95,640 to $135,000 (USD)

• Employment Type: Full-time

• Benefits: Comprehensive package provided

• Relocation Assistance: Available for the ideal candidate

• Travel: Occasional travel may be required

Screening Questions:

• Are you authorized to work in the United States?

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship to work in the United States?

This role offers a great opportunity for professionals looking to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment while advancing their career in quality engineering.

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager | Plant Engineer | West Chicago, IL | $116K-$130K

Job Title: Manufacturing Maintenance Manager – Plant Engineer

Travel Requirement: Not required

Visa Sponsorship: Not available

Location: West Chicago, IL (On-site)

Compensation:

• Salary Range: $116,160 – $130,680 (USD)

• Bonus: Annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary (discretionary)

• Relocation Package: Full

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

• Experience managing a manufacturing maintenance department

• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

• Minimum of 3+ years leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing setting

Nice-to-Have Qualifications:

• Knowledge of OSHA requirements

• Experience with CMMS

• Strong communication and leadership skills

Job Description:

The Manufacturing Maintenance Manager/Plant Engineer is responsible for ensuring plant equipment reliability, implementing maintenance excellence initiatives, and supporting operational efficiency. This role reports to the Plant Manager and plays a key part in plant leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and ensure employee safety through compliance with environmental and safety regulations

• Implement a reliability-centered maintenance process to improve machine uptime and operational efficiency

• Lead maintenance teams to achieve high standards of plant condition and equipment performance

• Develop and support technical training for maintenance personnel

• Oversee capital projects, plant budgeting, and cost management within the maintenance department

• Apply reliability tools to identify root causes of equipment failures and implement preventive measures

• Collaborate with plant leadership to drive process improvements and meet operational goals

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Strong understanding of OSHA equipment regulations and ability to implement safety countermeasures

• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques such as FMEA, 5Why’s, and ATS

• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and predictive maintenance processes

• Cost management and process optimization expertise

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CMMS software

• Experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) or reliability-focused methodologies preferred

This company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Senior Staff Engineer – Product Reliability in Energy Technology | Waukesha, WI

Position: Senior Staff Engineer, Product Reliability (Energy Technology)

Location: Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time
Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidates
Base Salary - USD $132,600 to $212,200

About the Role

Our client is seeking a Senior Staff Engineer specializing in Product Reliability for their Energy Technology products. The role focuses on module-level power electronics (MLPE) and their interaction with energy storage devices. The candidate will drive reliability goals, evaluate designs for reliability, and lead reliability demonstration testing for clean energy products.

This position reports directly to the Engineering Director and plays a critical role in ensuring products meet high standards for performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive engineering teams to meet high product performance and reliability standards through Design for Reliability (DfR) reviews and guidance.

• Develop and manage Design Verification and Validation Plans (DVP&Rs) to assess product reliability.

• Understand the operating environment and performance requirements for clean energy products.

• Conduct risk assessments, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA/DFMEA), and participate in design reviews.

• Ensure test plans meet applicable standards (IEC, IEEE, etc.).

• Collaborate with test development and product development teams to ensure thorough functionality coverage during testing.

• Support root cause analysis and resolve issues identified during reliability tests.

• Oversee reliability demonstration tests and report findings to leadership.

• Manage external resources (labs, consultants, etc.) to complete delegated work, including scope management and report generation.

• Mentor and support less experienced engineers.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.

• Experience: 7–10 years in product reliability or related roles, preferably with exposure to clean energy technology.

• Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with common failure modes of Li-ion batteries in outdoor applications.

• Expertise in accelerating failures through reliability demonstration tests.

• Experience with risk assessments, FMEA/DFMEA, and compliance with standards like IEC and IEEE.

• Soft Skills: Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, effective communication, and mentoring skills.

Additional Details

• Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

• Security Clearance: Not required.

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available.

Screening Questions

1. Are you familiar with common failure modes of Li-ion batteries in outdoor applications?

2. Can you accelerate these failures through reliability demonstration tests?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team and play a pivotal role in advancing clean energy technology.

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY - $87,160 to $104,680

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer – Winchester, KY
$87,160 to $104,680

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager/ Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Company’s Performance System (known as SPS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and strong ownership of the Maintenance Excellence process within their plant.

What you will be doing:

Ensure the safety of all employees by leading a comprehensive business safety process to prevent injuries.  Lead plant compliance of all federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.

Effectively implement/maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process that drives machine uptime, improves OEE and lower operations costs by championing the business Maintenance Excellence process.

Provide department leadership to ensure the highest standards of plant condition and equipment performance are achieved and sustained.

Ensure maintenance department personnel possess the appropriate skills and are qualified and proficient. Identify and support technical training and development for department employees.

Scope and execute capital projects, participate in annual plant budgeting, manage department spend. Identify technical improvements to equipment/processes.

Apply reliability tools to determine the root cause of critical equipment failures and downtime. Identify the appropriate countermeasures and solutions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.

Perform as a key member of the plant leadership team – positive communicator and problem solver - driving for plant/process improvements, meeting objectives and setting the bar for performance standards.

Support pillar continuous improvement activities.

This position is located in  Chicago DuPage, IL.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Strong understanding of OSHA requirements related to equipment in-house.  Ability to identify gaps and assist in implementing countermeasures to achieve Zero Safety Incidents.

Ability to lead and develop a highly collaborative and effective team.

Excellent organization, project management and communication skills

Proficient in Root Cause Analysis techniques (FMEA’s, 5Why’s, ATS, etc.) and developing/implementing Countermeasures to drive Zero Breakdown culture.

Process-oriented.  Can identify gaps in any process and implement solutions.

Basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, lubrication and predictive maintenance understanding

Ability to manage costs and reduce/optimize where needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS experience

Minimum experience 3+ years of successful experience leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing environment and/or 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience.

Minimum education required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with CMMS preferred.

Experience in TPM or Reliability field preferred.

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $87,160 to $104,680, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

If applicable…An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.  This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.

Plant Senior Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist - Ruston, LA - $90,000 - $120,000

Plant Senior Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Specialist 

Ruston, LA
$90,000 - $120,000

We are seeking a high-energy, self-motivated individual to drive continuous improvement and excellence in safety and environmental performance. The ideal candidate will focus on enhancing plant EHS initiatives, implementing safety policies, and advancing EHS programs to the next level. This position reports to the Plant Manager and collaborates closely with the Divisional Safety Manager and Regional Environmental Manager for guidance.

Key Responsibilities: 

-          Support and promote safe practices aligned with company policies and compliance requirements. 

-          Serve as a regulatory compliance resource for OSHA and EPA standards. 

-          Lead or participate in investigations of incidents, property damage, near-misses, and environmental deviations, conducting root cause analyses and driving corrective actions. 

-          Perform risk and hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies. 

-          Drive continuous improvement in safety monitoring and recordkeeping systems to ensure compliance with company policies and federal regulations. 

-          Evaluate and recommend proactive safety strategies for projects impacting the facility or employees. 

-          Develop action plans for safety initiatives, coordinate the Safety Committee, and provide updates to the Plant Manager. 

-          Facilitate safety, health, and environmental training for plant personnel. 

-          Maintain and track documentation for compliance with safety and environmental policies (e.g., Work Notifications, Inspection Records, OSHA 300). 

-          Support Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and other facility improvement initiatives. 

-          Ensure proper management and disposal of solid, universal, and hazardous wastes, working to reduce, reuse, and recycle materials. 

-          Assist in air quality permitting and abatement strategies as needed. 

-          Oversee compliance with safety, health, and environmental metrics, ensuring timely reporting. 

-          Provide support for workers' compensation cases. 

-          Serve as the training coordinator for EHS-related programs through SafetySkills and other platforms. 

Qualifications: 

-          Bachelor’s degree in Safety and Health, Environmental Science, or a related field. 

-          Prior safety training such as OSHA 30 Hour or equivalent certifications. 

-          Seven or more years of experience in a safety and/or environmental role within an industrial setting. 

-          Proven leadership in EHS roles, such as: 

-          Serving as the EHS leader at a site for three or more years. 

-          Being recognized as a subject matter expert in a specific EHS discipline (e.g., Fall Protection, Process Safety). 

-          Holding professional certifications such as CSP, CIH, OHST, SMS, CEM, CHMM, etc. 

-          Strong knowledge of federal safety and environmental regulations (OSHA, EPA). 

-          Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other analytical/reporting software tools. 

-          Demonstrated skills in root cause analysis, leadership, communication, and training. 

-          Ability to work in a plant environment, including climbing stairs and ladders, confined spaces, and exposure to hot/cold conditions. 

-          Willingness to be on call as needed and travel up to 5%. 

This role offers the opportunity to work both independently and collaboratively to achieve a "zero harm workplace" while driving EHS goals to the next level.

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer - West Chicago, IL - $116,160 to $130,680

Manufacturing Maintenance Manager - Plant Engineer - West Chicago, IL
$116,160 to $130,680

Job Description

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Maintenance Manager/ Plant Engineer is responsible for achieving the highest level of reliability for plant equipment through committed support for the Company’s Performance System (known as SPS), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and strong ownership of the Maintenance Excellence process within their plant.

What you will be doing:

Ensure the safety of all employees by leading a comprehensive business safety process to prevent injuries.  Lead plant compliance of all federal, state and local environmental and safety regulations.

Effectively implement/maintain a reliability-centered maintenance process that drives machine uptime, improves OEE and lower operations costs by championing the business Maintenance Excellence process.

Provide department leadership to ensure the highest standards of plant condition and equipment performance are achieved and sustained.

Ensure maintenance department personnel possess the appropriate skills and are qualified and proficient. Identify and support technical training and development for department employees.

Scope and execute capital projects, participate in annual plant budgeting, manage department spend. Identify technical improvements to equipment/processes.

Apply reliability tools to determine the root cause of critical equipment failures and downtime. Identify the appropriate countermeasures and solutions to improve equipment reliability and prevent recurrence.

Perform as a key member of the plant leadership team – positive communicator and problem solver - driving for plant/process improvements, meeting objectives and setting the bar for performance standards.

Support pillar continuous improvement activities.

This position is located in  Chicago DuPage, IL.

We'd love to hear from you if:

Strong understanding of OSHA requirements related to equipment in-house.  Ability to identify gaps and assist in implementing countermeasures to achieve Zero Safety Incidents.

Ability to lead and develop a highly collaborative and effective team.

Excellent organization, project management and communication skills

Proficient in Root Cause Analysis techniques (FMEA’s, 5Why’s, ATS, etc.) and developing/implementing Countermeasures to drive Zero Breakdown culture.

Process-oriented.  Can identify gaps in any process and implement solutions.

Basic mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, instrumentation, lubrication and predictive maintenance understanding

Ability to manage costs and reduce/optimize where needed

Proficient in Microsoft Office and CMMS experience

Minimum experience 3+ years of successful experience leading a plant maintenance department in an industrial manufacturing environment and/or 5+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience.

Minimum education required: Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Engineering, or a related field.

Experience with CMMS preferred.

Experience in TPM or Reliability field preferred.

Compensation: 

The annual base salary range for this role is from $116,160 to $130,680, plus annual target bonus of 12.5% of base salary.

If applicable…An annual bonus is awarded to eligible employees upon attaining various business and individual goals as defined by the Company and the department leader.  This annual bonus is discretionary, and the Company has sole discretion to determine the amount of the award.