Actalent is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in Beaver Dam

Job Description: We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team and assist in executing process improvements and troubleshooting processes to increase production efficiency within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This individual will also focus on the procurement and installation of new capital equipment and calculate the ROI associated with these purchases.

Responsibilities:

• Identify potential productivity improvement opportunities in yield, direct labor utilization, and overhead cost reduction.

• Lead continuous improvement projects from start to finish.

• Establish and implement processes, tooling, equipment, and quality control methods using Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Write detailed operator Standardized Work instructions to ensure long-term sustainability of productivity projects.

• Assist in the Operator Training Process related to Standardized Work.

• Provide technical support for plant layout, equipment purchase, equipment upgrades, and feasibility studies.

• Manage the disposition of non-conforming products.

• Conduct cost/benefit/risk analysis as required.

• Coordinate the manufacturing launch of new/revised products, including goal setting, team training, and result evaluation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field, or equivalent experience.

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in a Lean organization.

• Hands-on management style with strong analytical skills.

• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to seek out necessary changes to move the business forward.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• 6+ months of experience working in manufacturing.

• Experience with capital equipment installation and qualification.

• Adaptable/flexible to work on a manufacturing schedule (fast-paced, frequent changes).

• Skills: lean, mechanics, capital equipment, Continuous improvement, Manufacturing engineering, tooling, solidworks, lean manufacturing, process engineering, industrial, Manufacturing process, Six sigma, Industrial engineering, Plant layout

Why Here?

• Join a stable company that has never had layoffs and is investing in process improvements and new capital equipment.

• Opportunity to develop a diverse skill set.

• Work in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment with spring coiling machines.

• Be part of a team with 15-20 production staff and collaborate with the current engineer and plant manager.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60000.00 - $65000.00

Company benefits will be shared upon initial conversation with Actalent and any related questions can be answered at this time. Thank you for expressing interest in working with Actalent.

• 401(k) matching• Dental insurance• Health insurance• Life insurance• Paid time off• Vision insurance

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in BEAVER DAM,WI.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Dec 28, 2024.

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.