Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Athens (AL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Actalent in Athens, AL is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive Lean improvements using Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Material Information Flow Chart (MIFC). You will analyze workflows, space, and equipment layouts to boost efficiency, safety, and quality.

Lead mid-size projects, justify ROI, and collaborate with vendors and teams onsite. The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, cross-functional communication, and continuous learning in a permanent on-site capacity in Athens,

Qualifications

• Experience leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement in manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of Lean principles and value stream mapping.
• Experience coordinating Design of Experiments (DOE).

Responsibilities

• Apply Lean Manufacturing Principles and lead improvement activities.
• Utilize Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and MIFC to drive efficiency.
• Lead mid-sized projects with minimal supervision and ROI justification.
• Coordinate process design of experiments (DOE) and PPAP-style reviews.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

DOE

Vendor collaboration

Job description

Description

General -- Applies to all Manufacturing Engineers Champion and Leader for Lean Manufacturing Principles. Utilization of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Material Information Flow Chart (MIFC) to drive improvement activities. Create and utilize standards in order to evaluate improvement activities. Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Ability to identify, communicate and resolve mechanical failures associated with tools. Responsible for safety in process design and in execution of daily activities. Ensure compliance of practices, procedures and instructions relative to applicable corporate standards (ISO, TS, etc). Ensure quality outputs from daily activities. Use of proper data collection and analysis to ensure provided information is supported with data that reinforces the stated output. Coordinate/facilitate/analyze process design of experiments (DOE's). Ensure timely execution of planned activities. Provide process design and improvements in a cost efficient manner. Proficient in completing cost justifications with acceptable ROI. Foster good working relationship and demonstrate effective communication skills with vendors, team members, suppliers and project teams. Lead mid-sized projects while independently developing project approach; receive minimal supervision. Understand the impact of one's decisions on other areas of the business. Demonstrate an interest in personal and professional lifelong learning and development. Demonstrate a proven ability to use scientific method for problem solving of complex problems. Clearly define the problem and quantify the impact of corrective actions; effectively communicate to appropriate parties. Observe and evaluate the outcomes of implementing the solution to assess the need for alternative approaches and identify lessons learned. Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description as directed by the leader.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Launch & Manufacturing Support Support manufacturing production by leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities.
• Support plant problem solving teams to ensure the production of quality parts and a safe working environment.
• Provide on-call support for all manufacturing processes in order to meet customer demands, when necessary.
• Develop maturation plans and timelines in accordance with risk mitigation strategies.
• Lead activities to launch new business and execute the maturation process.
• Participate in regular launch team meetings.
• Lead technical solutions and provide input and support for tool designs and development.
• Participate in Process Failure Mode Effects & Analysis (PFMEA) development meetings.
• Provide the specification for and procure capital needed to support new business.
• Communicate and share information with peers to ensure launching practices are standard.
• Continuously challenge maturation activities and identify opportunities to reduce maturation time.
• New Business Pursuit Lead activities associated with winning new business.
• Participate in Feasibility and Process Plan and Tolerance Reviews (PPTAR).
• Provide quotes in the agreed upon timing.
• Identify opportunities to reduce quoting, feasibility and PPTAR times.
• Communicate and share information with global peers to ensure quoting practices are standard.
• Engage in investigation of methods to achieve a competitive process and "win" business.
• Ensure successful transition of value stream to Launch Engineer by sharing pertinent information developed during the quoting process.
• Ensure Minimum Process Requirements (MPR) are accurate and relevant.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Athens, AL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $100000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical dental vision upon offer

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 30, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Athens,AL.

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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.