Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description

Applies a tactical knowledge of quality engineering principles to production processes to ensure quality standards are implemented and adhered to throughout the entirety of the manufacturing process. Supports design and implementation of changes to improve productivity and profitability of existing production procedures and provides ongoing support throughout the manufacturing life cycle. Fills the role of technical resource for process technology implemented in production methodology and supports exploration of new methods. Provides routine support for the execution of quality acceptance standards and improvements to increase the robustness of quality design inherent to process design to advance the repeatability and reliability of quality product production. Partners with operations leaders to fully execute designed production processes that adhere to quality standards and steps in for seamless support of production leadership to match production working hours.

ResponsibilitiesSupport the design, installation, and evaluation of quality assurance systems, procedures, and statistical techniques.Take a support role in the design or specification of inspection and testing mechanisms and equipment to analyze production and service processes and standards. Make tactical recommendations and provide input on revision of specifications when required.Evaluate manufacturing processes to ensure optimal labor and material costs to increase productivity and profitability. Support manufacturing assessment and development of justifications to identify prime areas for improvement. Track expenditures to ensure outlays are within budgeted amounts. Identify, reduce, and eliminate worker exposure to ergonomic stress in the workplace. Evaluate processes to identify potential product quality risks that can negatively impact customer experience and increase CoNQ exposure, and support task completion to eliminate or minimize these risks.Provide timely product and process support for any manufacturing area to diagnose problems and implement solutions to minimize interruptions to production. Provide back-up/coverage for operations leaders to maintain consistency in business-focused SQDC support.Engage as a team member in the implementation of significant cross-functional projects to improve product, process, customer, supplier, and quality-related issues.Engage with the Technical Engineering Team Leader to identify root cause and develop corrective actions including potential process or quality assurance changes to address customer service or supplier quality issues at the root cause.Engage with Senior Technical Engineers to research and introduce/integrate new processes, equipment, and technologies into the company.Essential SkillsEffectively apply quality engineering technical principles, concepts, practices, standards, and procedures (pursuing ASQ certification as Quality Engineer Body of Knowledge).Strong analysis skills: process, capacity, cost/benefit, waste stream, and quality tools.Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques: flow, PQ, equipment reliability, and setup reduction.Develop technical solutions to a variety of complex problems of strategic scope with minimal support.Apply creative solutions to the improvement of practices and procedures with minimal support.Inform decisions in matters of significance to a positive customer experience with minimal support.Understanding of and ability to utilize productivity improvement techniques: RCIs.Interface and interact with multiple functions within the company and with next-level leaders in management/technical ability to support improvement in manufacturing areas.Project management skills with cross-functional teams; basic facilitation skills.Complete financial comparisons for production process changes including ROI with minimal support.Understanding of the application and uses of work measurement/time studies for process/performance improvement with minimal support.Provide technical support on projects within assigned areas/value stream.Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint; programming is a plus).Basic understanding in design, specification, purchase, and installation of new equipment and engage with Senior Technical Engineer on execution of new equipment processes.Awareness of material handling solutions available to support efficient flow within production areas.Understanding of simulation, process modeling, and value stream mapping.Understanding of occupational Biomechanics/Human Factors Engineering.Understanding of product testing requirements, product development cycle, and special processes.Understand and interface with other segments of the order fulfillment process with minimal support.Support efforts for tracking and acting upon metrics for actionable SQDC-related improvements.Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience in manufacturing engineering, project management, continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, equipment quoting and installation.Proactive mindset.Strong understanding of quality assurance systems.Ability to validate equipment and processes.Work Environment

Manufacturing and general office environment with daily support provided in production areas.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• 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 Athens,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 6, 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.

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