LOCATION

This role will be based on-site at our Gurnee, IL facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Recruitment and Retention:
• Recruit, interview and hire Industrial Engineers, Process, Manufacturing and Project Engineers.
• Communicate criteria to recruiters for Industrial Engineers, Process, Manufacturing and Project Engineer position candidates.
• Coach Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing and Process Engineering staff in the interviewing/hiring process.
• Monitor team member turnover; identify key factors that can be improved; make improvements.

Employee and Team Development:
• Identify individual and team strengths and development needs on an ongoing basis.
• Create and/or validate training curriculum in area of responsibility.
• Coach and mentor Industrial Engineering staff to deliver excellence to every internal and external customer.
• Create and manage succession plans for Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering function.

Performance Management:
• Establish clear measurable goals and objectives by which to determine individual and team results (i.e. operational metrics, results against project timelines, training documentation, attendance records, knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities, personal development goals).
• Solicit ongoing feedback from Workcell Manager (WCM), Business Unit Manager (BUM), peers and team member on team member's contribution to the Workcell team. Provide coaching and counseling to team member based on feedback.
• Express pride in staff and encourage them to feel good about their accomplishments.
• Perform team member evaluations professionally and on time.
• Drive individuals and the team to continuously improve in key operational metrics and the achievement of the organizational goals.
• Coordinate activities of large teams and keep them focused in times of crises.
• Ensure recognition and rewards are managed fairly and consistently in area of responsibility.

Communication
• Provide communication forum for the exchange of ideas and information with the department.
• Organize verbal and written ideas clearly and use an appropriate business style.
• Ask questions; encourage input from team members
• Assess communication style of individual team members and adapt own communication style accordingly.

FUNCTIONAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Strategy and Direction:
• Know and understand Corporate, Campus and Global PE, IE, & ME tactical and strategic direction.
• Define, develop and implement a Process Engineering & Industrial Engineering strategy which contributes to the campus strategic directions.
• Develop an understanding of the Workcell business strategy as it pertains to Industrial & Process Engineering.
• Provide regular updates to BUM, WCM, and Operations Manager on the execution of the strategy.
• Manage technical support globally to sustain Corporate Intranet Site worldwide growth strategy as needed.

Cost Management:
• Identify creative ways to reduce cost by streamlining processes and systems (i.e. modification of responsibilities or consolidation of tasks, elimination of non-value-added processes, or complete re-engineering of processes and systems).
• Utilize tools to monitor departmental cost and cost trends, striving continuously to improve value.
• Provide feedback to peers (BUMs, WCMs, Functional Managers (FMs) on cost and cost trends.

Forecast Development and Accuracy:
• Prepare timely forecasts for the department.
• Compare forward forecast results to historical actual results for trend assessment and analysis.
• Anticipate future headcount requirements based on open Bays and projected business.

TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
• Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management.
• Assess the adequacy of data gathering methods utilized by the workcells.
• Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.
• Prepare quotes for new and potential customers.
• Forecast future requirements and technical trends to drive gear suppliers in their technology roadmap.
• Verify reconfiguration requirements and monitor line moves.
• Lead equipment evaluations. Assure measurement criteria meet all Jabil site requirements worldwide.
• Explore and monitor new processes and procedures to support customer's expanding requirements on cutting edge technology and product densification.
• Assist Project and Design Engineers with Design for Manufacturability issues.
• Assure that procedures and work instructions are efficient and not redundant.
• Utilize Jabil's Advanced Engineering group to ensure useful support to Jabil South.
• Establish new measurement systems if/where possible.
• Offer new ideas and suggestions for improvement. Identify and implement new practices and processes that are "best in field."
• Drive the concept of an IE being an "Integration Engineer" that ensures everything works smoothly to guarantee efficient and high-quality processes that translate into high customer satisfaction and revenues for Jabil.
• Demonstrate a commitment to customer service; anticipate, meet, and exceed expectations by solving problems quickly and effectively; making customer issues a priority.
• Periodically "get down in the trenches" to rehabilitate troubled workcells or to help during product launch. Foster a "back to basics" mentality during these times. Lead by example; "walk the talk."
• Establish new measurement systems if/where possible.
• Exchange knowledge and information with other Jabil facilities to ensure best practices are shared throughout the Jabil organization.
• Ensure 100% adherence to all company policies and procedures (i.e. Health and Safety, Quality).
• Ensure all sensitive and confidential information is handled appropriately.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing in a consistent, structured manner throughout the campus.
• Adhere to all safety and health rules and regulations associated with this position and as directed by supervisor.
• Comply and follow all procedures within the company security policy.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Extensive knowledge of Manufacturing / Industrial Engineering philosophies and processes.

• Proven track record in communication, leadership, business analysis, process development, administration, and change management.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field preferred with 3-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing industry, which includes injection molding and/or tooling experience.

• 2-3+ years of supervisory/people leadership experience.

• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The pay range for this role is $95,864 - $172,554. Job-related, non-discriminatory factors used to determine the actual offered rate include qualifications and experience, geographic location, education, external market data, and consideration of internal equity.

As part of the total rewards package, this position is eligible for a short-term incentive based on performance. In addition, Jabil offers benefits to enhance your health, wealth, and resilient self. These include medical, dental, and vision insurance plans; paid time off accruing at a rate of 3.07 hours during your first year of employment; 4 weeks of paid parental leave; in 2025, 11 company-paid holidays (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays), subject to change yearly; 401(k) retirement plan; and employee stock purchase plan.

Accommodation Statement

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.

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