Careers

Converting Systems Inc. is a leading designer, manufacturer and rebuilder of converting machinery (winders, bag machines, bag separators) for the flexible film industry. Our division, CSI-Parts, also provides new and re-engineered replacement parts. Founded in 1999, CSI is a small, growing EOS-focused company that values individual accountability and teamwork. We are currently looking for the following positions:
Mechanical Engineer
 
CSI has an immediate opening for a full-time, Mechanical Engineer with industrial machinery experience in Blown Film, Converting, Web Handling or Printing Industries. This key individual reports directly to the Engineering Manager.
 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
  • Plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for new products
  • Provide quality, safety, and value-added improvements to existing machinery
  • Develop testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs
  • Collaborate with engineering team, and work with vendors and contractors
  • Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process
  • Prepare BOM’s and providing input into developing machine costs
  • Ensure project timeline is met and project stays within budget
 
Maintaining current and creating new designs in Solidworks, including:
  • Creating new 2D Drawings and revising existing 2D Drawings
  • Creating and modifying 3D Solid Part files with proper methods
  • Creating and modifying Large Assemblies
  • Solidworks drawing skills such as: dimensioning, revision tables, hole call-outs, tolerances, sheet formats, BOMs, etc.
  • Solidworks part skills such as: extrudes, revolves, fastening features, 2D sketches, relations, properly defining features
  • Solidworks assembly skills such as: mating, sub-assemblies, explode views, toolbox, patterns, configurations
  • Use of Solidworks PDM or equivalent PDM system
  • Locating and selecting Vendor 3D models on websites for use in Assemblies
 
Applying expertise in Machinery and Manufacturing, including:
  • Using measuring tools accurately including calipers, scale, thread gauges
  • Identifying and sizing machine parts such as fasteners, bearings, pulleys, gearboxes, etc.
  • Understanding machine shop processes necessary to manufacture parts
  • Applying tolerances and fits to mating parts
  • Ability to interpret and create accurate 2D drawings for manufacture
  • Selecting proper materials for parts
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 4+ years of related Mechanical Engineering experience
  • 4+ years of SolidWorks experience
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to conceptualize and create mechanical designs
  • Proficiency in using Solidworks modeling 3D CAD parts, drawings, and assemblies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Organized and detail-oriented
  • Value personal accountability and teamwork
  • Prefer candidate who lives within 30 miles of Schaumburg, IL
 
Pay Range:  Competitive Based on Experience
Benefits:  Health Insurance: At this time, CSI does not offer company group health insurance. CSI will provide a monthly allowance towards an individual policy that is purchased and maintained by the employee.
Retirement:  CSI offers a 401K plan to all employees.

Electrical Controls Engineer                                         

CSI has an immediate opening for a full-time, Controls Engineer with PLC/HMI experience in Blown Film, Converting, Web Handling or Printing Industries. This key individual reports directly to the Engineering Manager and works closely with the mechanical engineering team and mechanical assemblers.
 
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
  • Assisting the Engineering Team in determining all controls, electrical, and electronic system designs, as they relate to our equipment platforms. Emphasis placed on the continuing improvement of existing systems.
  • Generating and/or updating electrical schematics and panel layouts for each project using AutoCAD 2-D.
  • Developing and programming various PLC and HMI units – Rockwell / Allen-Bradley PLCs, Rexroth motion control systems, Exor electronics and EZ Automation HMIs.
  • Developing "specialty" control systems, whether AC/DC drive based, Servo System based, or PLC based. Our current platforms include Rockwell Logix 500, Logix 5000, DirectSoft, Unitronics and J Mobile.
  • Diagnosing, troubleshooting and debugging problems in automated systems. These tasks will require some hands-on skills.
  • Generating accurate B.O.M.s for each project, with which purchasing and procurement can order necessary items.
  • Assisting the Sales department in generating quotes requiring "specialty" control systems.
  • Ensuring the people that work with you (production floor personnel) have the necessary tools, supplies, parts, and system information, to ensure their productivity and ability to complete projects on time.
 
Requirements:
  • BS in Electrical Engineering or Technical Degree supplemented with related experience
  • 2-6 years related experience
  • PLC programming/Servo Motion Control experience
  • Experience with Allen-Bradley, ABB, Rexroth, Exor or equivalent
  • Experience in Blown Film, Web Handling, Converting or Printing Industries
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD 2-D
  • Results-oriented and innovative
  • Good verbal communications skills
  • Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and with deadlines
  • Strong planning, organizational and decision-making skills
  • Prefer candidate who lives within 30 miles of Schaumburg, IL
 
Pay Range:  Competitive based on experience
Health Insurance: At this time, CSI does not offer company group health insurance. CSI will provide a monthly allowance towards an individual policy that is purchased and maintained by the employee.
Retirement:  CSI offers a 401K matching plan to all employees. 

Machinist                                         

CSI has an immediate opening for a full-time Machinist with Prototrak Mill and Lathe experience in Blown Film, Converting, Web Handling or Printing Industries. This key individual reports directly to the Quality Assurance Director and works closely with our Parts Division and the engineering team.
 
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Organizing, scheduling, and manufacturing of various machine parts.
  • Managing all items and supplies necessary for machine shop operations based on available budgets. This will also include machine tools and those necessary tooling components.
Secondary area of responsibility includes:
  • Design and fabrication of specialty and custom machinery for special projects. These special projects are often driven by direct customer request for new processes. This individual will be required to work directly with engineering and sales in this role.
Requirements:
1) A working knowledge of shop machines and typical materials is required, including:
  • Mill experience is required
  • Prototrak 3-axis CNC knee mill or equivalent equipment
  • Prototrak 2.5-axis CNC knee mill or equivalent equipment
  • Prototrak CNC lathe or equivalent equipment
  • Manual Bridgeport
  • Band saw, drill press, hand drills, etc.
2) Self-starter who wants to make a difference in a small company
3) Prefer candidate who lives within 30 miles of Schaumburg, IL

Pay Range:  Competitive Based on Experience
Health Insurance: At this time, CSI does not offer company group health insurance. CSI will provide a monthly allowance towards an individual policy that is purchased and maintained by the employee.
Retirement:  CSI offers a 401K matching plan to all employees. 


Find replacement parts:
If you value individual accountability and teamwork, we would like to hear from you!

Send resume to:
HR@convertingsystems.com