Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and analyze production data to identify areas for improvement. Train and support production staff on processes and equipment. Lead and support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Ensure production procedures efficiently utilize materials, methods, and personnel. Consult with manufacturing to resolve questions or misunderstandings. Schedule, complete, and document routine maintenance on applicable manufacturing and test equipment. Assist with quality control to ensure the correctness of the product. Diagnose root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and coordinate corrective actions. Perform cost/benefit analysis to determine opportunities for improvement. Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Responsibilities + Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes. + Analyze production data to identify areas for improvement. + Train and support production staff on processes and equipment. + Lead and support Lean and Continuous Improvement initiatives. + Ensure efficient utilization of materials, methods, and personnel in production procedures. + Consult with manufacturing to resolve questions or misunderstandings. + Schedule, complete, and document routine maintenance on manufacturing and test equipment. + Assist with quality control to ensure product correctness. + Diagnose and conduct root cause analysis of manufacturing defects and coordinate corrective actions. + Perform cost/benefit analysis to determine improvement opportunities. + Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. Essential Skills + Manufacturing engineering + Process improvement + Continuous improvement + Engineering + Process engineering + Manufacturing process + Assembly + Lean manufacturing Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (completed or pursuing) + Willingness to spend 80% of time on the production floor + Strong knowledge of SolidWorks Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $31.25 - $38.46 • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Sioux Falls,SD. Application Deadline This position will be accepting applications until Jan 3, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through: + Hiring diverse talent + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.