Engineering - Emerging Leader Program (ELP)

Your time spent in the ELP will cover specific core objectives as follows (but not limited to):

• Technical Skills Training - Safety, Quality, Scheduling, Customer satisfaction

• Leadership Training – Supervisory skills, Performance Management, Mentorship

• Business Insights - Accountability, Execution, Risk Taking, Budgeting

• Culture Integration – including Communication, Collaboration and Innovation

What you'll be doing:   

• Involvement in mechanical/electrical projects and installations, working closely with plant millwrights, electricians, and mechanics.

• Participate in manufacturing process improvements and troubleshooting production equipment in a manufacturing environment.

• Involvement in computer integrated manufacturing and information systems projects including automation, robotics, and process/inventory control.

• Assist in identification of component specifications; identify vendors, and parts/systems procurement.

• Utilize AutoCAD and Solidworks to draft machine parts, assemblies, and layouts and update existing engineering drawings.

• Responsible for writing procedures, assembling charts, diagrams, and directions for technical tasks

• Support the maintenance department planning functions utilizing data analysis and CMMS

• Assist in design and programming of manufacturing control systems. Utilize mechanical engineering skills for general plant and manufacturing support.

• Assist in research and planning for capital projects. Serve as assistant project manager during capital projects.

• Assist Engineering Manager and other department employees with other duties as required

This is an onsite position located in our Elk Grove Village, IL Facility

We’d love to hear from you if:  

• Have or will obtain a Bachelor or Master’s degree in Engineering, Sciences, Technology or Business by May 2026 or December 2026

• Previous internship experience (preferably in Manufacturing or functional area)

• Proven leadership experience

• Desire to work in a Manufacturing environment

• Technical aptitude

• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Compensation:

The annual base salary range for Non-Technical Degrees is between $61,500 and $65,000.

The annual base salary range for Technical Degrees is between $72,000 and $77,500.

At TOPPAN Packaging Americas, We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support our employees’ overall wellbeing. This includes competitive pay, robust benefits, and programs that help you thrive both personally and professionally. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary based on your work location, employment classification, or collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services

• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family

• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance

• Tuition reimbursement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We are committed to providing a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to contribute to their fullest potential. We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment processes. If you require assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.