Engineering Jobs in Elm River Township Illinois

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Category Manager – Corrugated Packaging to join their team. This is a high-impact procurement role for someone who thrives in a data-driven environment and enjoys owning category strategy, supplier relationships, and cost optimization initiatives at a national level. This opportunity is ideal for a procurement professional who has hands-on purchasing experience within corrugated boxes and packaging, is highly proficient in Excel, and is ready to step into a visible role supporting business-critical supply chain initiatives.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• High visibility within the procurement and supply chain organization.
• Opportunity to influence national sourcing strategy within a stable, growing company.
• Autonomy to make meaningful business decisions while partnering with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and execute domestic sourcing strategies for corrugated packaging categories, with full accountability for supplier performance, cost management, and continuity of supply.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships across multiple U.S. regions, ensuring compliance with service, quality, and commercial expectations.
• Lead sourcing initiatives including RFPs, negotiations, and contract execution to achieve measurable cost savings and value creation.
• Analyze spend data, market trends, and category intelligence to inform purchasing and sourcing decisions.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, logistics, and internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with business needs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on procurement efficiency, supplier optimization, and process standardization.
• Maintain accurate item setup, pricing, supplier assignments, and minimum order quantities across a large SKU portfolio.
• Support and mentor sourcing resources as applicable, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement.
• Mandatory experience sourcing corrugated boxes / corrugated packaging.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Proven ability to analyze spend data and translate insights into actionable sourcing strategies.
• Solid understanding of supply chain, distribution, and inventory management principles.
• Brings an established network within the corrugated packaging supplier community.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and confident presenting data-driven recommendations.
• Strong communicator who can influence both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Motivated by ownership, accountability, and measurable impact.

Compensation Range: $100,000 - $120,000 + 15% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Category Managerlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Senior Quality Engineer

Location: Near Barrington, IL

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $90,000–$105,000/year

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Match, Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO, Paid Holidays

Sterling Engineering is partnering with a growing manufacturing organization to hire a Senior Quality Engineer to support quality systems, investigations, and continuous improvement initiatives across a diverse set of industries, including aerospace, automotive, medical, energy, robotics, and industrial equipment.

This is a high-impact role for someone who enjoys working cross-functionally, driving quality improvements, and solving complex manufacturing challenges in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement and quality-focused projects across manufacturing operations
• Apply statistical analysis to evaluate production data and drive process improvements
• Partner with internal teams and customers to resolve quality concerns, complaints, and non-conformances
• Drive corrective actions from root cause through implementation and validation
• Support inspection and quality teams with investigations and material disposition
• Conduct internal, customer, and supplier audits as needed
• Utilize tools such as SPC, gage R&R, process capability, regression, and ANOVA to improve manufacturing performance
• Facilitate structured problem-solving using 5-Why, fishbone diagrams, and other methodologies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• 5–8+ years of experience in a manufacturing quality environment
• Experience working with quality standards such as IATF 16949, ISO 13485, and/or AS9100
• Strong knowledge of APQP, PPAP, FMEA, Control Plans, and QMS processes
• Proven experience with corrective actions, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Proficiency with statistical analysis tools and data-driven decision making
• Experience conducting internal QMS audits
• Background in automotive, aerospace, or medical manufacturing preferred
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external customers

Job Title: Tool Room Manager

Location: Barrington, IL

Salary: $105,000-$128,000

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking a Tool Room Manager to join our client's organization in the Barrington, IL area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily operations of the tool room, ensuring efficient support of manufacturing and production needs.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate tooling workloads, personnel, and resources to meet production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Track and analyze tooling costs, labor efficiency, and time spent to support continuous improvement and cost control.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs for tooling, dies, molds, and tool room equipment to ensure reliability and uptime.
• Recommend and implement improvements to tooling processes, workflows, and equipment to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Support new product introductions by assigning tooling work, monitoring progress, and resolving start‑up issues.
• Lead and support lean manufacturing initiatives, including 5S and continuous improvement activities within the tool room.
• Manage inventory and stock control of tooling, components, and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems, safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Supervise, coach, and develop tool room staff, including performance management and workforce planning.

Key Qualifications:

• Experience managing a tool room or similar technical manufacturing function in a production environment.
• Strong background in tool and die, machining, stamping, molding, or related manufacturing processes.
• Demonstrated leadership experience supervising skilled trades or technical teams.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices for dies, molds, and tooling equipment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles, including 5S and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Working knowledge of inventory control, cost tracking, and production scheduling.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Experience with quality systems and standards such as ISO or IATF preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Technical education, journeyman training, or a degree in engineering or a related field preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 2 Weeks PTO (negotiable) & Paid sick leave where applicable by state law
• 401(k)
• HSA and FSA
• Life and AD&D
• STD and LTD
• Norton LifeLock

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Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Barrington, IL 60010

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $115k-130k

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, Holiday Pay, Retirement, Life Insurance, and many more….

Overview: Our client is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a highly visible role that is designed to evolve into a true subject matter expert position, with clear leadership potential over time. This is an opportunity to own complex manufacturing processes end-to-end, influence technical direction, and become a go-to resource across engineering and operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical authority for assigned manufacturing processes and product lines
• Lead manufacturing process design, optimization, and validation for precision metal components
• Drive Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (yield, cycle time, scrap, cost)
• Partner cross-functionally with Design Engineering, Quality, and Operations on new product introductions
• Develop and improve tooling, fixturing, work instructions, and standard processes
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing and quality issues using data-driven root cause analysis
• Support capacity planning, capital equipment justification, and implementation
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians; contribute to long-term technical strategy
• Gradually take on informal and formal leadership responsibilities as the role matures

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or similar)
• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in precision manufacturing environments
• Strong background in metal forming, stamping, springs, or closely related processes preferred
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, process optimization, and root cause analysis
• Ability to operate as both a hands-on problem solver and strategic technical resource
• Strong communication skills and comfort working cross-functionally

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Supply Chain Manager – Replenishment & Customer Inventory Strategy to join their team. This is a high‑impact leadership role for someone who thrives in growth environments, enjoys building proactive inventory strategies, and wants to be part of a business where opportunity, visibility, and advancement are real. This role is ideal for a hands‑on, forward‑thinking supply chain leader who is energized by improving service levels, reducing shortages, and developing talent—while navigating the realities of rapid organizational growth.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Significant growth and career progression potential as the organization continues to expand.
• High visibility role with direct customer interaction and leadership impact.
• Opportunity to shape inventory strategy, improve service levels, and leave a lasting operational footprint.
• Collaborative environment that values initiative, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and lead replenishment‑driven inventory management, ensuring inventory aligns with customer forecasts and demand signals.
• Partner directly with customers to understand forecasts, consumption patterns, and service expectations—shifting the organization from reactive to proactive inventory management.
• Address ongoing challenges such as long lead times, inventory shortages, and service disruptions, driving continuous improvement and better customer outcomes.
• Lead and mentor a small team of supply chain professionals.
• Develop and manage inventory strategies that ensure the right product is available at the right time, balancing service levels, cost, and working capital.
• Leverage advanced Excel skills to analyze inventory data, build reporting tools, support forecasting conversations, and drive decision‑making.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal teams to align inventory policies, processes, and execution.
• Support and participate in customer meetings, both virtual and onsite, as needed.
• Travel domestically approximately 10% to customer locations or internal meetings.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in replenishment inventory management within a supply chain, distribution, or customer‑focused environment.
• Strong background working directly with customers to manage inventory against forecasts and demand.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop teams, particularly in environments undergoing change or transformation.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (data analysis, reporting, and inventory modeling).
• A self‑starter and go‑getter mindset—someone who wants to be best‑in‑class while remaining flexible as priorities evolve.
• Comfortable operating in a high‑growth, fast‑changing organization where processes are being built, refined, and improved.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence both internal stakeholders and external customers.

Compensation Range: $85,000 - $110,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Supply Chain Managerlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Process Engineer – Electronics Assembly to join their team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of electronics assembly and quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Process Leadership:

• Serve as the technical point of contact for the production floor, collaborating daily with operators, technicians, and supervisors.
• Translate new product designs and engineering changes into actionable, efficient manufacturing plans.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and root cause analysis for assembly and process issues, minimizing downtime and improving yield.
• Design, implement, and maintain custom fixtures and test equipment for production.

Process Optimization & Documentation:

• Develop and maintain detailed manufacturing work instructions for new and existing assemblies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement in cycle time, cost, and first-pass yield.
• Ensure all documentation meets internal quality standards and complies with industry certifications (e.g., ISO 9001).

Quality Systems & Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with Quality teams to establish inspection points and quality control checks.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions based on process gaps and quality trends.
• Audit manufacturing processes and equipment to ensure compliance and optimal performance.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 4+ years of experience in a technical role within a manufacturing environment, ideally in electronics assembly or display technology (LCD, OLED, TFT, or PCBA).
• Proven cross-functional experience bridging engineering, quality, and production teams.
• Experience with quality systems (ISO 9001), root cause analysis, and process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma).
• Strong understanding of electronics theory and the ability to interpret schematics and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with production equipment, tooling, and process validation in electronics manufacturing.
• Ability to read and modify CAD drawings and BOMs.
• Natural leadership with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a high sense of urgency.
• Superior attention to detail and organizational skills.

Compensation Range: $80,000 - $100,000

Benefits Offered: 2 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Manufacturing Process Engineerlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Job Summary:

Hands-on technician to assist with production troubleshooting and support projects to improve manufacturing methods. Assist manufacturing engineers to address equipment and tooling needs to reduce costs and improve product quality on fans, wheels, blower packages, and corresponding component parts.

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.
• Help identify required tools, jigs and fixtures, or other new or special equipment required for new production or improvements to existing production lines.
• Assist in the development of justifications for the purchase of manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with the installation and debugging of production equipment.
• 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.
• Perform other manufacturing tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering Technology. Must have a good mechanical aptitude of general machinery.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to develop data-driven solutions in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in Solidworks or similar 3D modeling package.
• Experience with manufacturing data analysis.
• Experience in Excel is preferred.

Company Description

Tek-Trol provides cutting-edge technology for flow, level, temperature, and pressure measuring instruments. We engineer solutions optimized to suit your application requirements, supplying high-quality, innovative, safe, and durable products. Our customer base includes industries such as oil and gas, power generation, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and water and wastewater. At Tek-Trol, we enable our customers to be pioneers and innovators in their fields.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for an Inside Sales Representative located in Crystal Lake, IL. The Inside Sales Representative will be responsible for generating and qualifying leads, managing customer accounts, ensuring customer satisfaction, and providing exceptional customer service. Daily tasks include identifying potential clients, contacting leads, nurturing relationships with existing clients, and supporting the sales team in achieving targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in Inside Sales and Lead Generation
• Proficiency in Customer Satisfaction and Customer Service
• Skills in Account Management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred
• Experience in the technology or engineering industry is a plus

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.