Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to provide technical expertise and support in capacity planning, production efficiency enhancement, quality improvement, and cost reduction. This role involves collaborating with production and internal teams to implement innovative manufacturing processes and improvements. The successful candidate will design, maintain, and optimize manufacturing processes within an ERP system, while also ensuring accurate data flow and process integration.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and interpret data to optimize production processes.

• Collaborate with leaders and production teams to design manufacturing lines and flows in line with lean methodologies.

• Evaluate existing processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements to reduce cycle time and minimize waste.

• Troubleshoot and resolve production-related issues, including equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, and production delays.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as defect rates, downtime, and material utilization.

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects to increase productivity and reduce costs.

• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.

• Establish and maintain documentation of manufacturing processes, procedures, and changes.

• Provide manufacturing engineering support for all new and existing products.

• Specify and design jigs, fixtures, and manufacturing tools.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and engineering.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related field.

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process engineering, including machining.

• Prior experience in process improvements with strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and production processes.

• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of manufacturing lines/flows with lean methodologies and processes.

• ERP systems routers knowledge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with continuous improvement tools such as PFMEA, DFMEA, 8D, 5 Whys, fishbone, VSM, 6 Sigma and other lean tools.

• Experience in plant layout and process optimization.

• Experience in new product introduction.

Work Environment

The position operates within a manufacturing environment that is rapidly expanding. This is a dynamic and busy environment, currently in the early stages of adding onto the manufacturing facility and implementing lean methodologies, as well as launching a new ERP system.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46.00 - $53.00/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 Canton,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 22, 2026.

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.

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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