ITW Shakeproof Fasteners, a division of Illinois Tool Works, serves all the major autmotive OEMs and their tier suppliers with cold headed fasteners totalling approximately $250M in revenues. The division consists of facilties in:

• Elgin, Illinois
• Broadview, Illinois
• Machesney Park, Ilinois
• Troy, Michigan
• Bedford Heights, Ohio
• Watertown, Wisconsin
• Iron Ridge, Wisconsin

The division drives profitability by leveraging its innovative solutions and application engineering.  In addition to ITW’s industry leading research and development capabilities, ITW Shakeproof enhances our customers’ competitive advantage by…

• Maintaining advanced engineering and manufacturing facilities in North America
• Exchanging product, process and benchmarking information with sister units worldwide.
• Continually improving processes, materials and designs to ensure every product exceeds customer specifications while providing unparalleled value.

Our Manufacturing Engineers are critical members of plant core teams, including the Plant Managers, Production Controllers, Manufacturing Operators, Finance Department and Quality Department. Our Manufacturing Engineers are the owners of our Product and Process Development. They also lead new product launches within our plants. Our Manufacturing Engineers impact our P&L directly through on-time and quality focused launches and by leading continuous improvement projects that drive KPI results.  Effective communication with the Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and the Customer Service departments are as critical as communications with our valued customers.

Responsibilities:

Improve manufacturing efficiency and solve production and quality issues.

• Use lean techniques to reduce waste and improve manufacturing performance.
• Work side by side with production personnel to trouble-shoot manufacturing concerns.
• Support the Quality Department in addressing issues and driving root cause analysis related to customer concerns.
• Manage change for updates to engineering prints, standards and/or processes.

Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate cross functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality and Finance Departments to identify, monitor and continuously improve key performance drivers.
• Maintain and establish engineering standards.
• Establish and share best practices across all plants.
• Collaborate with engineering teams in all metal fastener plants.

New Product Quotation, Feasibility & Launch

• Assist in activities associated with new product launches (i.e. APQP in Automotive Industry) from providing quotes through the successful completion of quality records (such as PPAP) and product launch.
• Drive timeline and resolution of issues with cross-functional teams.
• Interface with the sales, engineering, accounting, and vendors to gather or clarify information.
• Collaborate with manufacturing organization to develop manufacturing prints and establish controls and operational limits for operators.
• Create 2D and/or 3D models for heading and rolling tools used in manufacturing of metal fasteners.
• Create process routing and bills of material for newly awarded business.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 3-4 years’ experience in the manufacturing industry; product and/or tooling development for metal manufacturing (fastener) experience required.
• Experience in automotive industry is highly beneficial.
• Working knowledge of APQP or equivalent gated product development processes.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing.
• Some experience with front office support to customer service, manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office software products.
• Strong experience with 2D and 3D CAD software; preferably SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Ability to read technical drawings and specifications & a basic knowledge of metal manufacturing practices.
• Skilled in document management, organization and prioritization.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment while demonstrating flexibility.
• Proven ability to deal with changes in a business environment.
• Aptitude to multi-task while maintaining highest levels of accuracy.
• Proven ability to focus and prioritize tasks and objectives.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the willingness to communicate and work with other departments and disciplines.
• Proven ability to work on a team while generating respect and trust from staff as well as external customers.
• Personal accountability and inner drive to understand, communicate, and exceed established goals.

Why ITW Shakeproof? Here are the TOP Reasons:

• Work-life balance and Flexibility: Just ask our employees! This is direct and consistent feedback from them! We understand that you have a life outside of work and we will support you to tend to personal needs, encourage you to take time to spend with family and friends, pursue hobbies, give back to the community, etc. 
• Stability: We celebrated our 100-year anniversary last year! We’ve been going strong since 1922 and show no signs of slowing down. We are part of ITW, a fortune 250 multinational manufacturing organization, with over 50,000 employees. With 7 segments, our products can be found almost everywhere!
• Committed to your Full Potential (Growth Opportunities): We strive for everyone to own their careers and feel valued for the work they do. To help our employees reach their full potential, we provide the tools and resources to help them get where they want to go with their careers. We are focused on developing the next generation of Skilled Workers and Great ITW Leaders who will grow with us and thrive in our entrepreneurial culture.
• Top Pay: We are committed to offering a compensation package that competes with the market and economy to assure stability at home.
• Stable Management: Our team, vision, growth mindset, and open-door policy remain unwavering, ensuring long-term success for all.
• Benefits Galore: We want our employees to live well and enjoy life. That’s why we offer a variety of benefits that support employees physically, mentally, and financially – Medical (3 options), dental, vision, 401(k), fertility and surrogacy benefits, parental leave, shift premiums, and more – we’ve got you covered!
• Education Matters: We invest in your growth with training opportunities, technical apprenticeships, tuition reimbursement, and scholarships for your kids.
• Long-Term Teammates: People are not only committed to our core values, but they also stick around – our average tenure is over 18 years!
• Safety First: We prioritize your well-being, ensuring you go home as healthy as you came to work; plus, we listen, act, and reward for your safety suggestions!

If you are ready to kick-start your career in metal fastener manufacturing and contribute to a company that values diversity and innovation, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a vital part of our dynamic team.

ITW is an equal opportunity employer. We value our colleagues’ unique perspectives, experiences and ideas and create workplaces where everyone can develop their careers and perform to their full potential. 

As an equal employment opportunity employer, ITW is committed to equal employment opportunity and fair treatment for employees, beginning with the hiring process and continuing through all aspects of the employment relationship. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.