Plant Engineer

(#12866) - Chicago, IL
Industry: Precast & Prestressed Concrete

United Employment Group is seeking a Plant Engineer in Chicago, IL.

Description:

This position is responsible for working with the Plant Manager to ensure compliance with safety, quality and costs for the plant.

 

Responsibilities:
  • Identify areas and recommend solutions to cut cost in overtime hours, labor, overhead and materials
  • Perform and report time studies to upper management
  • Have the ability to assess a situation and recommend changes to achieve goals
  • Conducts daily activities in a manner which promotes plant productivity and reliability
  • Review production practices to determine causes of nonconformity with product specification and recommend solutions
  • Assist Plant Manager with development and implementation of production improvements
  • Document and conduct proper investigations on Safety and Disciplinary action
  • Provide material take – offs for future projects
  • Attend and participate in weekly Safety and quality meetings
  • Other duties as assigned

 

General Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or similar
  • Excellent computer skills required, proficient with Microsoft Office
  • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
  • Ability to read/interpret construction documents such as piece parts and shop drawings
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments, prioritize activities and meet established deadlines in a rapidly changing environment

 

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions:
  • Must be able to spend 50% of the day working at a computer and 50% on the facility floor
  • Must be able to occasionally lift and move objects up to 50 lbs
  • Occasionally it may be necessary to work in outside conditions that can include inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to dust.
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