Hiring: Senior Manufacturing Engineer Company: Synectics Inc. Location: Kewanee, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-12 11:08:49 Target Skills & Keywords : Assembly, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably 7+ years. Required Skills: •Lead value-stream mapping, standard work, Kaizen events, and cell/line layout improvements across fabrication and assembly. Drive measurable improvements in throughput, OEE, scrap, cost, and safety. •Capital Project Management •Lead capital projects from justification and design through vendor selection, installation, launch, and validation of material handling and fabrication equipment. •Develop and improve welding, brake forming, fixturing, weld sequencing, CNC machining, and built-in quality processes for steel and aluminum weldments. •Develop and maintain routings, work instructions, standard times, and BOMs. Support data-driven standard costing and ERP/MRP processes. •Partner with design engineering on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and support smooth launches of new product configurations. •Technical Leadership •Develop and maintain manufacturing processes and technical standards. Mentor operators and collaborate closely with operations leadership. Qualifications: •Strong experience in heavy fabrication, including welding, press brakes, plate cutting, structural steel, and/or aluminum. •Proven track record leading continuous improvement or Lean Manufacturing initiatives with measurable results. •Hands-on shop-floor experience combined with capital project management expertise. •Lean/Six Sigma certification is a plus. •Strong ERP/MRP knowledge, including routings, BOMs, and standard costing. •Engineering degree preferred; equivalent hands-on heavy-fabrication experience may be considered. Compensation: •$85,000 - $95,000 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!