Manufacturing Engineer Job at Actalent in Winchester

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob Description

Enhance and standardize operations including operator control panel interfacing, measurements, machine offsets, tool changes, resetting alarms, and coolant maintenance. Identify and implement Kaizen improvements such as short stop reduction, cause and effect identification/solution, fatigue reduction, and single piece flow. Utilize statistical methods to understand process variability, capability, and drive process improvements. Manage documentation such as SOPs, control plans, forms, check-sheets, inspection records, and engineering drawings. Support Business and Department Action Plan objectives focusing on scrap reduction, manpower streamlining, and cost reductions. Lead investigations and recommend cost reduction activities related to man, machine, methods, and materials. Apply Lean Manufacturing philosophies. Collect and interpret engineering data including machine cycle time, motion analysis, capacity planning, tooling design, ergonomics, process layout, and cost reduction. Select tools and consumable materials necessary for cost and time-efficient manufacturing. Collaborate with vendors to determine product specifications, support the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate products according to specifications and quality standards. Support plant activities to achieve customer awards and quality registrations. Prepare capital requests and synchronize site functions through all phases of process improvements including new assets, ensuring compliance with scope, cost, and schedule. Support activities centered on new product launches, technical problem-solving, process improvement, and resolving engineering design and quality challenges. Assist the Quality department in designing gauges and fixtures.

Hard Skills

+ Excel

+ Machining and Tooling experience

+ Documentation- PFEMA, control charts, work instructions

Job Type

This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 6 Month(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Winchester, Kentucky.

Work Environment

Our Client manufactures parts for ATVs and cars. Their main customer is Honda. Monday through Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM. Safety goggles required at all times on the floor. Hot, dirty manufacturing environment with an oil smell.

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.