Qa automation engineer Jobs in Rockford, IL

About the Role Are you a hands-on engineer who loves solving problems and driving process improvements? Manufacturing Engineer Location : Loves Park, Illinois – (On-Site) Your mission as a Manufacturing Engineer in our Dart team : The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting production operations through improving processes, hands-on troubleshooting, and documentation management in our fun environment of dart board assembly. This experienced engineer will develop and own engineering processes and play a critical role in implementing changes within the dart board production. Use your engineering degree and experience to build champion quality dart boards that are sold across the globe! Your day-to-day : Provide hands-on support to production lines for immediate issue resolution and process stabilization. Lead engineering team to implement and document Engineering Change Orders (ECOs). Develop and own accurate work instructions, assembly procedures, and visual aids. Participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for production-related nonconformances. Support the setup and validation of new fixtures, tooling, and test stations. Monitor production metrics and identify areas for process improvement. Coordinate and document First Article Inspections (FAIs) and process validations. Assist in preparation and execution of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) submissions with suppliers. Collaborate with suppliers on improving injection molding process to ensure quality parts. Ensure that documentation is up to date and aligned with system of record. Your profile : Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred. 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing support or production engineering environment. Experience with electromechanical assembly or plastic / injection molding is preferred. Skills & Competencies : Proficiency with SolidWorks a must Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and basic quality tools (5 Whys, fishbone, Pareto). Strong communication and collaboration skills across functions. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and document control systems. Attention to detail with strong organizational and follow-up abilities. Ability to work on-site in Loves Park, Illinois, Monday – Friday to support a first shift production operation. What’s in it for you : At TouchTunes, your work impacts our customers as part of interesting projects that transform the in-venue entertainment industry. We foster open communication and collaboration across all levels, with approachable leaders that value all voices and empower you to excel and innovate. Our team thrives in an environment where fun meets hard work, and everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves. Financial Wellness : Annual performance bonus, long-term company bonus, 401k matching, life insurance. Comprehensive Benefits : Competitive health insurance and disability coverage, a Lifestyle Spending Account, access to telemedicine, and an unlimited sick days policy. Professional Development : Continuous hands-on learning with access to e-learning platform, tuition reimbursement, and peer mentorship. Accessibility : An inclusive workplace designed to accommodate people with disabilities. TouchTunes At TouchTunes, the world’s largest in-venue interactive music and entertainment platform, we’re all about sparking joy and human connection. That moment in a bar where someone at the next table cues the jukebox to play your favorite song? That’s what we do – our platform plays millions of songs daily – but we’re also so much more! We recently bought the largest soft-tipped darts business in the United States, we just launched a brand-new mobile app, and we’re operating nearly 100,000 connected devices across North America and Europe. We’re innovators, strategic thinkers, people making the future possible today – and what a great time to join our team. Work Requirements : Must be authorized to work in the United States Ability to work on-site in a production environment with reliable transportation to the facility in the Rockford area, specifically Loves Park. IL Employment Type : Full Time Years Experience : 3 - 5 years Salary : $70,000 - $90,000 Annual Bonus / Commission : Yes