South Elgin, Illinois, United States · On-site
$65k–$85k/yr
Job DetailsJob Location: South Elgin, IL 60177Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayAt Cat i Glass, we take pride in creating a company environment that our employees enjoy coming to work in each…
Skills: Process Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen
South Elgin, Illinois, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: South Elgin, IL 60177Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $24.00 - $30.00 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: ManufacturingAt Cat i Glass, we take pride in creating a company environment that our …
Skills: CNC Programming, Vertical CNC Mill Operation, Mastercam, G-code, AutoCAD
South Elgin, Illinois, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$30/hr
Job DetailsJob Location: HQ Location - South Elgin, IL 60177Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $24.00 - $30.00 HourlyJob Shift: AnyJob Category: ManufacturingAt Cat i Glass, we take pride in creating a company environ…
Skills: CNC Programming, Mastercam, Fusion/Icam, Blueprint Reading, Machine Setup
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The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes for precision glass fabrication. This includes documenting routings, analyzing scrap data to reduce defects, and leading continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or Materials Science, with a preference for experience in ceramics. Candidates must have strong analytical skills and knowledge of tempering, lamination, and edge finishing processes.
Job DetailsJob Location: South Elgin, IL 60177Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $85,000.00 Salary/yearJob Shift: DayAt Cat i Glass, we take pride in creating a company environment that our employees enjoy coming to work in each day. We encourage employees to become their best! From tuition reimbursement to on-the-job learning, we support our team members in building new skills and advancing their careers.
Everything we produce is a result of the hard work and talent of our team members. We believe that when good ideas are shared, even better things can happen. Join the Cat-i Glass team today!
Cat-i Glass participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility after hire.
The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes across cutting, edge finishing, tempering, lamination, screen printing, and inspection operations. This role works cross-functionally with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve throughput, yield, and first-pass quality while maintaining strict process controls appropriate for precision glass fabrication.
Develop and document manufacturing routings and process parameters for CNC machining, waterjet and laser cutting, drilling, edge grinding and polishing, chemical strengthening, and thermal tempering.
Analyze scrap, rework, and yield data to identify root causes of defects and implement corrective actions.
Partner with Quality to define and maintain inspection gate criteria across departments.
Support new product introduction (NPI) by developing process plans for new part geometries and substrates.
Optimize cycle times and material utilization across cutting and lamination operations.
Maintain and update process documentation within Epicor Kinetic (ERP) and the internal routing guide.
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) on the shop floor.
Collaborate with equipment vendors and maintenance teams on capital equipment specification, installation, and qualification.
Train operators on new or revised process procedures.
Investigate and resolve process-related nonconformances and customer complaints.
Support screen printing process development, including registration, ink cure, and adhesion requirements.
401(K) Match
Numerous Cat-i Glass Perks throughout the year!
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent manufacturing experience).
3+ years of process or manufacturing engineering experience in ceramics is a plus.
Working knowledge of thermal or chemical tempering, lamination, and precision edge finishing processes.
Experience with ERP/MES systems a plus
Strong analytical and statistical problem-solving skills (root cause analysis, DOE, SPC).
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to work on your feet in a fast-paced open-air manufacturing environment
The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and stoop.
The employee must regularly lift, push, and/or move over 30 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
Qualifications
We Know Glass
Cat-i Glass Manufacturing can trace its roots back to Elgin Precision Glass (EPG) founded by Carl Jaynes in 1965. EPG started out producing automotive air conditioning sight glasses in a barn and eventually grew into a thriving business housed in a new 144,000 square foot building. EPG was sold in the late eighties but the concepts endured. In 1995, Cat-i Glass Manufacturing emerged to carry on the EPG mission. Our engineering and management group has in excess of 25 years of glass experience. With its core being made up of previous EPG employees, Cat-i Glass has come a long way since the barn. In early 2006 we became ISO 9001:2000 registered. In January 2007, we relocated to a new 75,000 square foot facility. Since then we've acquired two more buildings bringing our space to over 150,000 square feet. Cat-i Glass employees use their knowledge and initiative to provide quality parts that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations.
Offices: 865 Commerce Dr, South Elgin, Illinois 60177, US
We Know Glass
Cat-i Glass Manufacturing can trace its roots back to Elgin Precision Glass (EPG) founded by Carl Jaynes in 1965. EPG started out producing automotive air conditioning sight glasses in a barn and eventually grew into a thriving business housed in a new 144,000 square foot building. EPG was sold in the late eighties but the concepts endured. In 1995, Cat-i Glass Manufacturing emerged to carry on the EPG mission. Our engineering and management group has in excess of 25 years of glass experience. With its core being made up of previous EPG employees, Cat-i Glass has come a long way since the barn. In early 2006 we became ISO 9001:2000 registered. In January 2007, we relocated to a new 75,000 square foot facility. Since then we've acquired two more buildings bringing our space to over 150,000 square feet. Cat-i Glass employees use their knowledge and initiative to provide quality parts that meet or exceed our customer’s expectations.
Offices: 865 Commerce Dr, South Elgin, Illinois 60177, US
