Engineering Journal Jobs in Waterman Illinois

Job Title: Packaging Design Engineer

Industry: Thermoformed Food Grade and Consumer Grade Packaging Products

Location: On-site in the DeKalb, IL Area

Position Brief:

The Chatham Group Advanced Materials and Technologies Recruiting Team is seeking highly qualified candidates for a Packaging Design Engineer for a client in the specialty packaging technology industry. This is a mid-junior level position that requires hands-on experience with rigid thermoformed packaging design concepts with experience in sustainable food grade and/or consumer packaging technology and manufacturing methods. You will work closely with the manufacturing engineering and quality assurance teams to deliver compliant and production ready packaging solutions for new and existing products.

Responsibilities:

• Design food device packaging systems from initial concept through testing and production using CAD programs, particularly SolidWorks
• Focus on Thermoforming technologies to develop portion-separated trays, blister packs, tubs, clamshells, etc
• Use CAD programs to develop 3D models and assemblies as well as 2D drawings for specification
• Evaluate various polymeric materials such as PET, HIPS, PVC, etc for their performance properties such as wall thickness, strength, rigidity, and more
• Create prototype products using new or existing tooling, and/or 3D printing technologies and conduct feasibility reviews for functional integrity, stackability, etc
• Lead the IQ/OQ/PQ product validation process and comply with ISO manufacturing quality standards

Requirements:

• BS in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, Mechanical Engineering, or other highly relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in packaging design preferably in thermoformed food grade or consumer packaging
• High proficiency with CAD programs, particularly SolidWorks
• Working knowledge of thin-gauge thermoformed packing design
• Understanding of product lifecycle and circularity in packaging design
• Ability to conduct market research and potentially attend trade shows

Compensation will be commensurate with experience and relocation may be provided to qualified candidates.

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations in a manufacturing facility focused on industrial equipment. This role involves managing production to ensure high-quality output, safety, and efficiency while leading teams and driving improvements. It offers opportunities for professional development in a collaborative environment dedicated to innovation in the manufacturing sector.

• Anticipate $140,000 - $190,000, BOE
• Benefits include: Health, Vision, Dental, 401K w/ match
• Additional perks: Structured bonus, vacation, PTO
• Onsite, Sycamore, IL area

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations to ensure timely, cost-effective production
• Develop schedules and monitor processes to minimize downtime
• Lead and train teams, fostering safety and accountability
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards
• Collaborate on quality control and implement continuous improvement methods
• Manage budgets, inventory, and equipment maintenance
• Generate reports and analyze data for performance insights

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
• Relevant certifications in manufacturing management or Lean Six Sigma (a plus)
• 10+ years in plant or production management, preferably in manufacturing
• Proven team leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality, and safety
• Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and manufacturing software

Keywords: Plant Manager, Manufacturing Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Production Management, Safety Compliance, Quality Control, Industrial Engineering, Process Optimization, ERP Systems, ISO Certification

EEO

Aegis is seeking a Thermoforming Manager to join our client's organization in Dekalb, IL. The ideal candidate has the following skills and experience:

• 4+ years of experience working in a plant leadership type of position
• Industry; plastics packaging, or manufacturing related.
• Experience with daily production control & implementing new ideas for production control.
• Thermoforming process management experience
• Sheet heat zones, plus assist timing, vacuum/pressure, cooling.
• Experience troubleshooting and planning out common issues within the packaging process – webbing, thin corners, haze, warpage or trim.
• Experience with quality and regulatory compliance
• Assisting in audits
• Tracking mold performance and cycles
• Leading the team on root cause analysis for scrap, defects, and customer complaints.
• Leadership – non union plant – 80 hourly folks and 2 supervisors, no supervisor on 3rd shift !
• Experience enforcing safety practices – lockout/tagout, guarding, and hot sheet safety.
• Experience with attendance, performance issues, hiring & firing.
• Experience implementing CI processes. (5S, Lean six sigma)
• Experience tracking OEE, scrap %, yield, downtime and labor efficiency.
• Experience communicating cross functionally with similar sized organizations. And collaborating with sales, engineering, maintenance, QA and other members of plant leadership.

Nice to have:

• Bachelors degree, associates or continued education training.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

We are seeking individuals to review and provide feedback on everyday money-management tips. This role focuses on common financial challenges such as managing expenses, reducing spending, and making smarter financial choices.

You will review examples of budgeting methods and evaluate practical ideas people use to stretch their income. The goal is to understand which approaches work best for real households.

The work is flexible and fully online. Applicants should have an interest in budgeting, saving money, or improving financial habits.

No formal finance background is required.

SonderMind is a leading mental health care platform revolutionizing therapy services by empowering licensed mental health therapists to deliver exceptional care with cutting-edge, AI-powered tools. We are seeking compassionate and highly skilled clinicians to join our expanding network, offering the flexibility to manage your own practice, bring your existing clients, and benefit from steady referrals.

At SonderMind, we believe there can’t be mental healthcare without mentally-strong clinicians. Our platform is designed to outsmart burnout and streamline your workflow, allowing you to focus on what matters most—your clients. We are committed to fostering relationship-driven care, providing ethically grounded, human-first tools that enhance outcomes and reduce administrative burdens.

Benefits of Joining SonderMind:

• Flexibility: Enjoy the freedom to set your own working hours and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Sessions can be conducted via telehealth or in-person.
• Free and stress-free credentialing with major insurers: We have streamlined the credentialing process and handle all the hard stuff for you so that you can expand your practice by accepting insurance from major payors in your state in weeks, not months.
• Guaranteed Pay: We handle all the billing for you and guarantee pay bi-weekly for completed sessions-including no-shows.
• Referrals and Practice Support: Seamlessly onboard your existing clients while receiving new referrals. Benefit from thoughtful client matching to personalize your caseload, with support from a dedicated account manager to help you grow your practice across various specialties.
• Absolutely no fees or membership charges: We don’t charge you to deliver care, and all of the features, access, tools, and resources you get come free of charge.
• Innovative AI-Powered Tools: Outsmart burnout and focus on what matters most—your clients. Our secure, clinically-developed AI tools eliminate administrative tasks and keep clients engaged between sessions. This includes:
  • AI Notes: Auto-generates editable, insurance-compliant clinical notes, saving you time and reducing documentation burden.
  • Session Takeaways: Extend your care between sessions by reviewing and sending client-friendly summaries of key insights.
  • Session Prep: Help clients clarify goals and focus areas before each session, ensuring you hit the ground running.
  • Goal Setting: Collaborate with clients to set and track goals, increasing engagement and accountability.
  • Treatment Plan: Easily align with clients on diagnoses, goals, and care plans in a clear, clinically grounded format.
  • Reflections: Clients can journal through AI-guided prompts between sessions, providing you with deeper context.

Requirements:

• Master's degree or higher in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
• Must be fully licensed by the State Board to provide therapy independently and without supervision (e.g., LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LCPC, LCSW-C, LISW, or LP).

Pay: $77-$96 per hour. Pay rates are based on the provider license type, session location, and session types.

*Please note that SonderMind does not provide office space; therapists are responsible for securing their own location for in-person sessions, but we can help connect you with other SonderMind therapists looking to share space.