Engineering Jobs in Summit Illinois Remote

Title: Corporate Recruiter

Location: Chicago, IL (fully onsite)

Overview:

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Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: 401k matching

Pay: $25-30/hr

Job Summary:

• The Corporate Recruiter will be responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment for leadership and professional-level positions across multiple manufacturing locations. This individual will work closely with plant leadership and senior stakeholders to identify talent needs, develop recruitment strategies, and deliver high-quality candidates in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.

Job Duties:

• Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts for professional and leadership roles across plant and corporate operations.
• Fill positions ranging from Lead and Supervisor to Manager and executive-level leadership.
• Collaborate with operational and executive leadership to understand workforce needs and hiring priorities.
• Create and refine job descriptions while providing insight on market compensation and hiring trends.
• Identify and attract talent through a variety of sourcing channels, including job boards, referrals, networking, and external partners.
• Coordinate interviews, manage candidate communication, and assist with offer development and negotiations.
• Partner with third-party recruiting firms when additional hiring support is required.
• Maintain a positive and professional candidate experience throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
• Track hiring activity and provide updates on pipeline progress and recruiting performance metrics.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in both English and Spanish is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional recruiting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success recruiting for leadership-level roles, including supervisory through executive positions.
• Strong knowledge of compensation benchmarking and market alignment.
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Expert in Logistics to own the end-to-end sourcing and lifecycle management of Industrial Safety & PPE / Industrial Supplies industry, with a strong B2B distribution and manufacturing-adjacent profile.

The role focuses on transport and warehouse, covering the full lifecycle: sourcing, commercial structuring, transport and warehouse strategy, maintenance concepts, and cost optimization.

We are deliberately open to candidates from different backgrounds — including strategic sourcing, logistics procurement, transport management, or commercial/sales roles with equipment manufacturers or service providers — as long as you bring strong commercial judgment and a lifecycle mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement end-to-end category strategies for logistics services, including:
• Transportation: FTL, LTL, parcel, intermodal (where applicable)
• Warehousing: ambient, value-added services, overflow and peak-capacity solutions
• Align logistics sourcing strategies with the business growth, network design, and customer service objectives.
• Deliver measurable value through cost savings, lane optimization, specification and service-level standardization, and supplier consolidation.
• Lead should-cost analyses, TCO modeling, and benchmarking across transport and warehousing categories.
• Analyze key cost drivers (fuel, labor, capacity, service levels, network configuration).
• Use data and market intelligence to anticipate risks, inflation exposure, and capacity constraints.
• Structure and negotiate commercial models (purchase, leasing, lease-to-own, service-inclusive models).
• Own the full asset lifecycle from specification to end-of-life.
• Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across capex, maintenance, servicing, and downtime.
• Work with engineering and operations to standardize specifications and reduce fleet complexity.
• Manage regional supplier relationships (OEMs, dealers, leasing companies, service providers).
• Partner closely with airport operations, engineering, safety, and finance teams.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, airport standards, and safety requirements.
• Translate operational requirements into effective sourcing and contracting solutions.
• Identify, qualify, and manage strategic carriers, 3PLs, warehouse operators, and logistics service providers.
• Prepare, run strategic sourcing events (RFI, RFP, negotiations, eAuctions where applicable) and contract negotiations, including:
• Rate structures and indexation mechanisms
• SLAs, KPIs, and service performance standards
• Safety, compliance, and insurance requirements

Requirements:

• University degree (Bachelor's or Master's) or equivalent professional experience.
• 4–7+ years of experience in:
• Strategic sourcing or category management experience.
• Logistics sourcing, fleet sourcing, or heavy equipment categories.
• Experience with RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
• Experience managing or sourcing vehicle fleets or logistics assets.
• Strong understanding of maintenance, uptime, and operational requirements.
• Exposure to TCO-driven decision-making.
• Strong exposure to road transport and time-critical logistics; air freight experience is a plus.
• Experience in Industrial Safety & PPE / Industrial Supplies, food logistics, FMCG, or similarly operationally intensive environments is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of transportation markets, pricing mechanisms, and cost drivers.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills.
• Comfortable working in international, matrix-driven organizations.
• Fluent in English or another language (e.g. Spanish, French, German) is an advantage.
• Execution-oriented with a strong operational mindset.
• Structured, pragmatic, and resilient in fast-paced environments.
• Curious and motivated to deepen transportation and logistics expertise in an aviation context.

Job Name

Medical Manufacturing Process Engineer

Job Overview

This position is responsible for processing parts from start to finish. The Process Engineer will quote new opportunities, develop methods of manufacturing, ensure quality, verify delivery, and analyze the efficiency of all processes involved.

The Process Engineer will work closely with customers, programmers, and machinists to review part designs and provide DFM feedback to improve manufacturability, reduce cost, and increase efficiency.This role will develop plans to manufacture parts in an efficient and repeatable fashion while supporting the team with organized tracking of the entire manufacturing pathway.

The Process Engineer will often utilize CAD to analyze customer designs, provide DFM recommendations when needed, and develop designs for in-house fixturing and tooling to support production.

Donson Machine is a family-owned medical device manufacturer focused on providing employees a safe place to enjoy their workday, build technical and personal skills, all while creating a better life for them and their families. With the help of these amazing team members, we set the standard in the medical industry in terms of quality, service, and creativity.

Check out more about our company at Shift (7:00AM – 4:30PM, Mon - Fri)

Location

Alsip, IL (On-site full time)

Salary Range: $80,000-$120,000 per year

Qualifications/Requirements

·        5 years’ experience preferred, as process, product, or manufacturing engineer

·        3 years’ experience preferred, dealing with products produced via CNC machining.

·        3 years’ experience preferred, regularly utilizing a CAD software.

·        Strong skills with metrology devices such as mics, calipers, indicators, vision systems, etc.

·        Ability to read and comprehend blueprints (including GD&T features such as true position and profile of a surface) per customer specifications

· High school diploma or equivalent

·        Ability to read, write and communicate in English

·        Ability to work in a shop environment - continuous exposure to potentially hazardous metal working machinery and equipment, loud noises, dust, mist, oils and solvents.

Responsibilities

• Write manufacturing processes using appropriate software and create sequence of operations
• Drive/verify quality product is delivered to customer on time
• Partner/work with CNC Machinists to manufacture specialty parts, make adjustments to blueprints and develop an order of processes
• Write inspection processes for incoming material, raw material, in-process production and finished goods
• Establish inventory requirements for job specific material types and quantities
• Hit pre-determined efficiency goals when setting up or operating machines
• Perform Feasibility Reviews
• Create bills of material
• Post Review, review all projects to ensure profitability was achieved.
• Review lead times necessary for jobs including tooling, fixturing, gaging, machine availability and outside processes; advise manufacturing, scheduling and/or sales if there is a problem
• Order, design or select appropriate tooling, fixtures and gages
• Research, select and verify sub-contractor pricing to use in quote or use available lot charges when applicable
• Coordinate efforts with purchasing to send out quote requests when necessary
• Review all requirements including lot quantities, specs, inspection, packaging, supplied tooling or gages, and any documents for Configuration Management requirements when applied to Medical/Aerospace products.
• Improve on process capabilities/production volume while maintaining quality standards
• Communicate all production information such as quality issues, scrap rates and other problems to appropriate personnel including lead, supervisor, front office, engineering and quality department

Benefits

·        401K

·        Paid Holidays

·        Paid Vacation

·        Opportunity for Flexible Schedule

·        Health Insurance

·        Dental Insurance

·        Vision Insurance

· Life Insurance

Position Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and optimizing compounding and filling operations to ensure production goals for quality, efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance are achieved. This role combines strong technical manufacturing knowledge with leadership, operational analytics, and continuous improvement capabilities. The ideal candidate has a degree in Manufacturing Engineering (or similar), 3 years of experience in food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic manufacturing, and demonstrated success managing complex, regulated processes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Technical & Operational Leadership

• Lead end-to-end compound and fill manufacturing operations ensuring efficiency, throughput, quality, and safety.
• Maintain, and improve standardized operating procedures (SOPs) for compounding and filling lines.
• Oversee real-time monitoring of production metrics (e.g., throughput, yield, uptime/downtime, labor efficiency) and drive decisions based on quantitative data.
• Use ERP systems for scheduling, tracking, and reporting production performance.

Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement

• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies to reduce waste, minimize variation, and improve cycle times.
• Conduct time studies and labor analysis to optimize workforce deployment and reduce bottlenecks.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action implementation using structured problem-solving tools.

Quality & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure manufacturing processes meet or exceed industry regulatory standards (e.g., GMP, HACCP, cGMP) and company quality requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance/Control to investigate deviations, manage corrective actions, and maintain compliance documentation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage, coach, and mentor production supervisors and operators; set performance expectations and promote accountability.
• Provide training on technical skills, process improvement tools, safety, and compliance standards.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and high reliability.

Safety & Risk Management

• Champion strict safety protocols in line with OSHA and internal policies.
• Lead worksite risk assessments and drive improvements to minimize safety incidents.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Communicate production performance and improvement opportunities to senior leadership.
• Work with Warehouse supply chain, maintenance, R&D, and quality teams to ensure integrated execution of business objectives.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 3 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic), with specific exposure to compounding and filling operations.

Skills & Competencies

• Technical Proficiency: Manufacturing Engineering and manufacturing processes, filling systems, batch records, production equipment.
• Quantitative & Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze production metrics, conduct time/labor studies, and optimize operations.
• Process Improvement Expertise: Hands-on with Lean/Six Sigma tools, workflow optimization, and waste elimination.
• Leadership & People Management: Strong leadership presence; proven ability to train and develop teams.
• Time & Project Management: Prioritize tasks, coordinate cross-functional projects, and manage competing deadlines effectively.
• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication across teams and levels.
• Regulatory & Quality Knowledge: Familiarity with GMP, HACCP, or other applicable quality frameworks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Sage etc.).
• Certifications: Lean, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt); HACCP or quality management credentials.
• Prior leadership of compounding and filling lines within food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic production.

Duravant Material Handling Solutions Integrated Solutions is focused on providing solutions to both integrator and end-user customers. Integration Services leverages the products from our Duravant family of companies, which includes automated equipment for food processing, packaging, and material handling along with products and services from strategic equipment partners.

Integrated Solutions is adding a Senior Project Manager, responsible for all aspects of the implementation of projects from receipt of purchase order through completion of installation and startup including, but not limited to, participating in and leading project kick off calls, managing and directing the activities required to meet the project schedule and cost. In addition, the Project Manager will ensure the delivery of materials and resources to the site from internal and external groups, tracking project status, communicating plans with customers, supplying all pertinent information to installers, weekly reporting on project status, etc.

POSITION DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Make periodic site visits to review project progress and report to management as necessary
• Participation in system commissioning and project acceptance
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Work within a teamwork oriented and collaborative environment
• Ensure quality standards maintained across all areas of responsibility
• Demonstrate high attention to detail, solid organization, project management and planning skills
• Understanding of work methods and material handling equipment
• Define initiatives to improve quality and/or productivity such as new engineering methodologies within the team
• Other duties as assigned

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• EXPERIENCE: 8-10 years related Project Management experience in automation, conveyor systems or industrial equipment.
• Must be proficient with a variety of computer systems (ERP systems, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite and project management software)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Able to travel up to 30% both nationally and internationally

As a Duravant Family Company, Integrated Solutions provides a culture that promotes long term career satisfaction, with opportunities for personal and professional growth, Integrated Solutions offers an excellent total rewards package that includes:

• Compensation: We offer competitive compensation
• Benefits: We have comprehensive benefit packages designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and financial security
• Development: We have education and training programs which include an educational assistance program
• Time Off: We offer paid holidays and paid time off
• Driven Team Members: We have a cross-functional, collaborative environment, focused on delivering results
• Core Values: Our core values are Teamwork, Respect, Integrity, Winning Spirit, and Sense of Urgency
• Culture: We are driven by our number one asset - our employees, and their successes
• Doing Good: We love to be active members of our community! We have several volunteer opportunities throughout the year.