Yaskawa America, Inc is a global leader in variable speed drives, motion controls and robotics. We look to hire people who value a positive work culture, want to be part of a winning team, and have a desire to learn and grow.
Yaskawa's culture of continuous improvement values hiring individuals that are looking for the opportunity to stretch their current talents and skills to the next level and beyond. Advanced motion control, servo motors and drives, software development, and systems integration are key components to existing and future projects at Yaskawa. If you are a hardworking technical professional with an interest in advancing your career within a world class manufacturing operation we may have the perfect opportunity for you.
We are seeking an Industrial Engineer for our Buffalo Grove, IL location. We offer the opportunity to experience the excitement, challenge and rewards of working in an entrepreneurial, fast growing, and industry-leading company where you will be challenged to manage projects and apply your skills throughout all phases of the manufacturing/operations process. You will work on a wide range of projects, and across multiple teams. This position is very hands on and will allow you the opportunity to stand out and be recognized for your success. When you join the Yaskawa America team, you will be surrounded by exceptionally talented individuals widely regarded as leaders in their areas of expertise.
In this role you will complete tasks and projects that impact the quality of products manufactured and distributed by our Buffalo Grove facility. Additionally you will contribute to the quality, configuration, and introduction of all manufactured products and support our lean manufacturing production process.
Our requirements include a B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering and 0 to 5 years of engineering experience in an ISO certified manufacturing environment along with general knowledge of business operations including production planning, scheduling, MRP, ATP and capacity planning. Lastly a general understanding of mechanical fabrication processes, strong problem solving and process improvement skills, good analytical and troubleshooting skills. Recent or upcoming graduates are welcome to apply.
If this role sounds like a fit, we would like to hear from you.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering
- 0 to 5 years of engineering experience in an ISO-certified manufacturing environment
- General knowledge of business operations, including production planning, scheduling, MRP, ATP, and capacity planning
- General understanding of mechanical fabrication processes
- Strong problem-solving and process-improvement skills
- Good analytical and troubleshooting skills
What We Do
Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives & Motion Division manufactures industrial control and automation products. It offers industrial AC drives, commercial HVAC drives, spindle drives and motors, servo systems and motion controllers, medium voltage switches, breakers, contactors, and low voltage industrial control products. The company’s products are used in air handler, blanking/shearing press, cartoner, clean room fan, compressor, conveyor, cooling tower fan, decanter centrifuge, engine dynamometer, extruder, grinder, injection molding, labeler, lathe, linear flying shear, machine tool, metalforming, mixer, pump, rotary knife, rotary placer, rotary table indexer, screw feeder, synch-belt, vibration feeder, water condenser chiller, and winding applications. It serves automotive, building automation, chemical/petrochemical, converting, food and beverage, machine tool, material handling, metal forming, packaging, pharmaceutical, plastics and rubber, and textile industries. Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives and Motion Division began operations in 1967 and is headquartered in Waukegan, Illinois. Yaskawa America, Inc. - Drives and Motion Division operates as a subsidiary of Yaskawa Electric Corporation.
