203 Manufacturing jobs in Vernon Hills

At Saab in West Lafayette, IN, you have the opportunity to join a team that manufactures the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. This flagship facility utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques and leverages research and development to support Saab’s broad product portfolio. As Saab continues to grow our manufacturing operations, we are seeking Manufacturing Managers to help lead our world-class production system and assembly team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, the ability to see opportunities and continuous improvement focus, with significant experience creating and delivering integrated process-improvements in an aerospace or advanced manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities will include:

• Execute the vision, creation, and maintenance of a “Smart Factory” production system with a people first culture and our core values.

• Effectively recruit and transform new structural assemblers into a highly functioning team utilizing best practices in training and standardized work development

• Drive workplace accountability through active management, organization, workforce education and technical training, and feedback at all levels of the organization.

• Set and articulate goals (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale), building a team around those goals to deliver a culture of continual process improvement through implementation and ownership.

• Champion the core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.

• Lead production system by directing large teams in collaboration with safety, quality, engineering, supply chain, and human resources in startup of a Greenfield operation.

• Identify strategic initiatives and drive improvements by establishing individual and team objectives as well as performance measures.

• Responsible for cost, budget and accountability of human resources including staffing/hiring teams members, providing on-going feedback, determining compensation and making recommendations regarding overall employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring, termination, performance management, training and career development).

• Partner with Program Managers, Team Leads, Senior Management or others in order to effectively anticipate organizational challenges likely to occur due to the dynamics of the business environment and formulate contingency plans and coping strategies

• Provide support and oversight for multi-shift operation.

Compensation Range: $128,800-$167,400

This position is based out of West Lafayette, IN. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.  

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or similar field required.

• MBA, M.Sc. or an equivalent documented education a plus.

• 7+ years' experience leading a large-scale operation is required, prior aerospace production management experience is preferred.

• Experience managing and driving productivity across a multi-shift operation.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team building experience working in an international environment.

• Experience creating and maintaining an operating budget, forecasting and executing resource requirements, and developing business proposals to meet company objectives.

• Proven ability to drive accountability and performance through frontline people leaders.

• The ability to grow and mentor technical talent by identifying, crafting, and implementing development and compensation plans.

• The ability to identify, qualify and cultivate strategic partnerships in support of functional and business objectives internally and externally.

• Strong lean foundation and discipline to 6S, FOD, and other waste and risk reduction techniques

• Leading manufacturing in a DoD environment and acting as a representative on behalf of the business.

• Previous work with labor unions and labor contracts preferred.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

At Saab in West Lafayette, IN, you have the opportunity to join a team that manufactures the rear section of the T-7A Redhawk military trainer aircraft for the United States Air Force. This flagship facility utilizes advanced manufacturing techniques and leverages research and development to support Saab’s broad product portfolio. As Saab continues to grow our manufacturing operations, we are seeking Manufacturing Managers to help lead our world-class production system and assembly team. The ideal candidate has strong leadership skills, the ability to see opportunities and continuous improvement focus, with significant experience creating and delivering integrated process-improvements in an aerospace or advanced manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities will include:

• Execute the vision, creation, and maintenance of a “Smart Factory” production system with a people first culture and our core values.

• Effectively recruit and transform new structural assemblers into a highly functioning team utilizing best practices in training and standardized work development

• Drive workplace accountability through active management, organization, workforce education and technical training, and feedback at all levels of the organization.

• Set and articulate goals (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale), building a team around those goals to deliver a culture of continual process improvement through implementation and ownership.

• Champion the core Company values: Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.

• Lead production system by directing large teams in collaboration with safety, quality, engineering, supply chain, and human resources in startup of a Greenfield operation.

• Identify strategic initiatives and drive improvements by establishing individual and team objectives as well as performance measures.

• Responsible for cost, budget and accountability of human resources including staffing/hiring teams members, providing on-going feedback, determining compensation and making recommendations regarding overall employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring, termination, performance management, training and career development).

• Partner with Program Managers, Team Leads, Senior Management or others in order to effectively anticipate organizational challenges likely to occur due to the dynamics of the business environment and formulate contingency plans and coping strategies

• Provide support and oversight for multi-shift operation.

Compensation Range: $128,800-$167,400

This position is based out of West Lafayette, IN. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.  

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or similar field required.

• MBA, M.Sc. or an equivalent documented education a plus.

• 7+ years' experience leading a large-scale operation is required, prior aerospace production management experience is preferred.

• Experience managing and driving productivity across a multi-shift operation.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with team building experience working in an international environment.

• Experience creating and maintaining an operating budget, forecasting and executing resource requirements, and developing business proposals to meet company objectives.

• Proven ability to drive accountability and performance through frontline people leaders.

• The ability to grow and mentor technical talent by identifying, crafting, and implementing development and compensation plans.

• The ability to identify, qualify and cultivate strategic partnerships in support of functional and business objectives internally and externally.

• Strong lean foundation and discipline to 6S, FOD, and other waste and risk reduction techniques

• Leading manufacturing in a DoD environment and acting as a representative on behalf of the business.

• Previous work with labor unions and labor contracts preferred.

Citizenship Requirements:

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Saab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, business-casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, vision and dental insurance for employees and dependents

• Paid time off including: minimum of 3 weeks vacation, 5 floating holidays, 8 designated holidays, parental leave, personal illness, bereavement, jury duty, long-term and short-term disability

• 401(k) with immediate vesting on employer match

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan assistance

• Wellness account, Care.com subscription and employee assistance programs

• Employee stock purchase program with employer match

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 19,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer, more sustainable and more equitable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in eight U.S. locations.

Saab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.

LSL Healthcare is a leading national supplier and a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), recognized as a trusted partner in healthcare supply chains. We specialize in customizing medical and surgical kits, procedure trays, and disposable medical equipment. Committed to quality, value, and exceptional customer service, we provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of healthcare facilities nationwide.

Role Description

We are seeing a proactive and technically skilled Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes for medical devices. This role will lead efforts in design transfer, process validation, automation deployment, and cost-effective scaling of manufacturing capabilities. This role will also contribute to project planning, budget management, and compliance activities working closely with cross-functional teams, and suppliers to ensure product quality, operational readiness, and distributor fulfillment

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure quality, repeatability, and scalability.
• Lead process improvement projects for assembly, packaging and labeling, tailored to distributor requirements.
• Support the design, development and implementation of automated and semi-automated equipment for manufacturing processes.
• Oversee and support IQ/OQ/PQ validations conducted
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean and Kaizen methodologies.
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory to ensure consistent operational excellence across external partners.
• Ensure that manufacturing processes (including packaging and labeling) are suitable for distribution
• Plan, coordinate, and execute manufacturing projects, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints
• Develops and supports Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions with internal requirements to ensure regulatory and quality compliance.
• Partner with supply chain and finance to track cost saving initiatives, cost- of poor quality, or cost per unit improvements.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules and trackers for design transfer, process validation, and automation projects.
• Participate in supplier audits and support CAPA investigations related to outsourced production.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation aligns with FDA (21 CFR Part 13485, and company QMS requirements.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, etc.) and Windows
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data and information to drive decisions
• The ability to communicate internally to all levels of the organization and externally with suppliers
• Candidates are preferred that have experience managing medium sized projects as a Project Manager in Manufacturing (Medical or Non-Medical, but Medical is preferred).
• Strong knowledge of FDA (21 CFR Part 820) ISO 13485, GMP and QMS documentation standards)

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Logistics or related field, or an equivalent level of experience
• 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing or relevant experience
• Demonstrated ability to apply Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies (Certification preferred)
• Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000 - $120,000 annually. The actual pay rate will vary based on applicant’s location, education, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for bonus and/or performance-based incentives.

LSL Healthcare offers a competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental, vision, life, short- term and long-term disability, AD&D insurance, and 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as professional development opportunities.

LSL Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by law. LSL is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity and inclusion promoting teamwork.

Description

As an S&C Electric team member, you'll work on projects that have real-world impact. You'll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We're big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow's energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours

• 6:00 am - 2:30 pm (Mon-Fri) Onsite
• Optional Overtime

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, with a commitment to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated base pay for this position is $47,800-$59,800. This role is also eligible for S&C's annual short-term incentive bonus, subject to eligibility criteria.

Join Our Team as a Manufacturing Technician!

Are you passionate about Prototyping and Tooling ? S&C Electric Company is seeking a dynamic individual to coordinate our Manufacturing function. As a Manufacturing Technician , you'll be crucial in ensuring smooth operations and supporting our diverse team. Preventative Maintenance Mechanic conducts troubleshooting repair and preventative maintenance services to assembly fixtures, and test equipment throughout the plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
• Assist in creating PM tasks and frequency
• Identify risks to business operations and develop corrective actions
• Contribute to the continual improvement process
• Perform repairs on production fixtures and tooling
• Assist Tool makers with troubleshooting

What you'll Need To Succeed:

• Preventive Maintenance Technician candidates should have 3+years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing organization.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Maintenance Technician should have their own tools: specialty tools will be provided
• Excellent communications skills
• Basic use of computers and tablet
• Major Physical Demands
• Standing
• Lifting
• Walking
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Bending

Ready to make an impact and become an employee-owner? Apply now to join our inclusive and innovative team! Explore open positions.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at

• 6:00 am - 2:30 pm (Mon-Fri) Onsite
• Optional Overtime

• Perform preventative and predictive maintenance
• Assist in creating PM tasks and frequency
• Identify risks to business operations and develop corrective actions
• Contribute to the continual improvement process
• Perform repairs on production fixtures and tooling
• Assist Tool makers with troubleshooting

• Preventive Maintenance Technician candidates should have 3+years of maintenance experience within a manufacturing organization.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude
• Must be able to read blueprints
• Maintenance Technician should have their own tools: specialty tools will be provided
• Excellent communications skills
• Basic use of computers and tablet
• Major Physical Demands
• Standing
• Lifting
• Walking
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Bending

Termax is a dynamic manufacturing and engineering company specializing in metal, plastic and rubber fastening systems. Our 250,000 square foot facility in Lake Zurich, IL, provides manufacturing, engineering and in-house tooling capabilities that world-class organizations rely on to support their operations.

Job Description Summary

As a member of the automation team this individual will assist in the design, implementation, and maintenance of assembly equipment to assist our fastener assembly group.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the build and de-bug of assembly machinery and systems.
• Able to align and setup vision inspection system.
• Able to debug and setup PLC's, HMIs, and servos.
• Repair electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic machine components.
• Read and understand assembly and detail blueprints to build and modify machines.
• Create minor components such as brackets and spacers from detail drawings.
• Set pneumatic cylinder sensors for proper functionality.
• Adjust cylinder travel when required to align machine motions.
• Align and set sensors for proper function.
• Maintain the department/ work area clean and organized.
• Follow ISO/IATF, safety, and environmental procedures as well as department and corporate policies and procedures.

• Authority to stop machine operation when quality or safety issues are observed or reported.

• Basic knowledge in the design and troubleshooting of complex machine controls systems and programs.
• Basic knowledge in PLC programming.
• Basic knowledge on feeding and sorting bowls.
• Know how to safely use power equipment.
• Understand function of pneumatic valves and how to plumb tubing and adjust air flow settings.
• Understand relationship of all machine sensors regarding the function of the machine.
• Understand all assembly machine functions regarding debugging machine issues.
• Understanding of machine and operator safety concerns in a production environment.
• Basic understanding of vision sensors and systems helpful but not required.
• Basic knowledge of electrical wiring and diagrams.
• Basic understanding of robot controls and mechanical components.
• Knowledge of measuring equipment (tape measure, calipers).
• Ability to understand machine based mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues and correct them.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and safely use drill press and band saws.
• Able to complete work orders.

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Training in mechanics and electronics helpful but not required.
• Forklift operational training helpful but not required.

• Power and basic hand tools including wrenches and screw drivers.
• Understanding of electronic measuring devises (voltmeter, comparator) desired but not necessary.
• Steel toed shoes, safety glasses and ear plugs are required at all times.

Let Volt help move you forward

Volt is immediately hiring for a Manufacturing Technician in Buffalo Grove, IL.

We are looking to find someone with machine shop skills that wants to learn surface grindig and Dead true grinding.

As a Manufacturing Technician you will:

• Works with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks.
• Works with engineers in conducting experiments.
• Performs rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.
• Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment.
• Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.

• Machine Shop Skills are a plus
• Prior assembly line experience preferred.
• Ability to read blue print and schematics.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Able to read and comprehend moderately complex instructions.
• Ability to effectively present information in small group situations.
• Candidates selected must meet all pre-screening eligibility requirements