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Manufacturing EngineerSterling Engineering • Loves Park, IL, US
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Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Sterling Engineering • Loves Park, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
Manufacturing Engineer (Operations Engineer II)
Location: Rockford, IL
Hire Type: Long-Term Contract
Pay Rate: $45–$50/hour (W2)
Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, three medical plans to choose from, dental and vision plans, a 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Sterling Engineering is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer (Operations Engineer II) to support a high-volume manufacturing environment through process improvement, technical problem-solving, and manufacturing leadership. This role partners closely with technical leadership, engineering, and the manufacturing floor to improve processes, support new equipment and product introductions, and drive operational excellence.
This is a long-term contract opportunity with stability, hands-on engineering exposure, and collaboration across operations, engineering, and supply chain teams.
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical manufacturing solutions to complex production and process challenges
  • Support new capital equipment purchases and implementation, including justification documentation
  • Develop and improve manufacturing cell layouts and process improvement initiatives
  • Apply basic Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools to drive continuous improvement
  • Support Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA) and New Product Introduction (NPI)
  • Implement complex engineering changes and support process audits
  • Create, maintain, and update process documentation, work instructions, and work order documentation
  • Support the manufacturing floor with process-related questions and training
  • Initiate and support Process Flow Charts, PFMEA, and Control Plans
  • Provide operational updates to management as needed
  • Learn from senior Operations Engineers and potentially mentor Level I engineers or Manufacturing Specialists
  • Participate in project-level process improvement initiatives
Education & Experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering or related technical field preferred
  • 5 years of professional engineering experience (or equivalent combination of experience and advanced education)


Sterling Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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