Engineering Technical Specialist

Company: Medline Industries, Inc.
Location: Mundelein
Posted on: June 15, 2022

Job Description:

With over fifty years of consecutive growth, Medline has more than 25,000 employees worldwide and business in more than 90 countries. We've again been named to the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces and was recently named one of the nation%26rsquo;s %26quot;Best and Brightest Companies to Work for%26rdquo;. To maintain this enviable position and continue our growth, we are looking for new talent, like you! The Engineering Technical Specialist will be a key role in the success of our engineering team and will based out of our plant in Mundelein, IL. This position will recommend and implement methods for improving worker efficiency, reduce waste of materials and utilities and interact with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations. Study utilization of facilities, equipment, materials and personnel to improve operations. Provide specialized technical support to the production area for the injection molding equipment, building support infrastructure, inline automation and other electromechanical equipment. Establish key process controls for all plastics machinery and ancillary equipment. Facilitate the process of design, engineering, validation, maintenance and spares programs and ongoing technical support MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and revise business processes and coordinate technology-based solutions. Collaborate with functional areas to develop and deliver process plans and changes. Work with vendors to obtain required documentation for effective commissioning of equipment and development of spares programs.
• Analyze work force, facility layout and operational data such as production costs, flow charts and production schedules to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment.
• Understand, document, and maintain optimal equipment installation, maintenance, and usage throughout the plastics manufacturing network. Perform detailed installation, operational, and performance qualifications related to performance, and coordinate validation activity.
• Collect data and perform engineering studies including process waste evaluation, time studies, value stream maps, efficiency, process capability studies, controls charts and others.
• Assist in the evaluation, development and implement Lean Manufacturing in all processes to improve efficiency, increase productivity or improve quality. Study utilization of facilities, equipment, materials and personnel to improve operations.
• Define, implement, and maintain the SOPs that govern equipment; inventory control programs for spares and establish maintenance programs; optimal plastics operational requirements for installed equipment.
• Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing work flow, relocating work stations and equipment. Interact with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
• Work with vendors to coordinate installation, refurbishment and repair of equipment. Manage and maintain with maintenance effective and accurate spares inventory, usage and machine maintenance and repair history.
• Work with vendors to obtain required documentation for effective commissioning of equipment and development of spares programs. Here%26rsquo;s some highlights of what we have to offer:
  • 3 Choices of Medical Insurance Coverage
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending Programs
  • 401k with Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holidays)
  • Monthly Employee Treats and Lunches
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement Program
  • Incredible Employee Discounts on Medical Products MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS Education
    • Associate%26rsquo;s degree in engineering or science field or equivalent work experience. Work Experience
      • At least 2 years of engineering related experience in a manufacturing environment. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
        • Technical writing ability.
        • Knowledge and experience using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools.
        • Excellent statistical/mathematical aptitude.
        • Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS Education
          • Bachelor%26rsquo;s degree in Engineering or science field. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
            • Knowledge of Minitab and AutoCad. COVID-19 Vaccination
              • Please be aware that Medline requires all employees starting in this position to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This position will require the successful candidate to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated by their start date. Medline is an equal opportunity employer, and will provide reasonable accommodations to those individuals who are unable to be vaccinated for COVID-19 consistent with federal, state, and local law. DISCLAIMER All duties and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor(s)/manager(s). This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an %26quot;at will%26quot; employment relationship.

Keywords: Medline Industries, Inc., Arlington Heights , Engineering Technical Specialist, Other , Mundelein, Illinois