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Lovejoy seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team. This role exists for delivering $500K in annual operational cost savings across two plants by driving improvements in machine performance, workflow efficiency, automation, and process reliability. The position identifies opportunities to increase throughput, reduce setup and changeover times, extend tool life, minimize scrap, and improve first‑pass quality.
Pay range for this position is $72,000 to $105,000 annually and is commensurate on experience and education and could pay more or less than the posted range. This full-time position is eligible to participate in the company’s short-term incentive program, paid time off, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including, medical, dental and vision.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve safety. Identify areas for improvement, develop action plans, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes. This includes selecting appropriate techniques, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
• Problem Solving: Implement advanced problem-solving techniques to develop permanent solutions to critical issues. Work with cross functional team & production to conduct root cause analysis, develop countermeasures, and monitor the effectiveness of implemented solutions.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects, including delegating assignments to maintenance, and operative associates. Oversee the work of contractors and suppliers, ensuring timely and cost-effective implementation of new technologies.
• Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all safety protocols and procedures. Promote a culture of safety within the plant, conduct safety audits, and collaborate with leadership to enhance safety performance.
• Will support two facilities, South Haven, MI and Downers Grove, IL.