Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Investigate and solve problems related to tooling, equipment, and processes. Analyze and plan workforce utilization, space requirements, and workflow, designing the layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency. Develop, recommend, and implement changes to improve manufacturing processes and product quality. Assist the Process Line Manager in developing capital and expense budgets. Evaluate new products and make recommendations relative to manufacturing feasibility. Train department personnel in safety, setup, operations, and troubleshooting of existing and new equipment. Estimate production rates, setup, and tooling costs for inquiry and new part setup. Specialize in a skill set such as PLC programming, welding, automation, vision system, etc. Ensure compliance with the plant’s safety policy, legal requirements, and operational controls. Provide support as requested by the supervisor and demonstrate problem-solving on the shop floor. Display a sense of urgency and results-oriented mindset. Show evidence of leadership characteristics and extensive knowledge of Lean techniques.

Hard Skills

3 years experience working with rubber, plastic, foam, or compression mold equipment

Bachelors Degree in Engineering

Mold Tooling experience

Process troubleshooting knowledge

Hands-on experience with cross-functional teams

Soft Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership characteristics

Sense of urgency

Results-oriented mindset

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Athens, Alabama.

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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