Manufacturing Engineer - Automated Assembly Equipment

768 Flextronics International USA, Inc. • Buffalo Grove, Illinois • Posted June 29, 2026

About the Role

Job Summary

PURPOSE:
Responsible for optimizing, and sustaining automated, high-throughput assembly processes. This role focuses on maximizing equipment efficiency, yield, and product quality while supporting continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced production environment.

PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES/DUTIES:

  • Optimize cycle time, throughput, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
  • Perform line balancing, time studies, and capacity analysis.
  • Develop preventive maintenance strategies in collaboration with maintenance teams.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues to minimize downtime.
  • Implement process controls (SPC, poka-yoke, error-proofing).
  • Lead root cause analysis (RCA) for defects and implement corrective/preventive actions.
  • Support PFMEA, control plans, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
  • Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
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