Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Dublin (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Dublin, VA is seeking a contract Manufacturing Workforce Engineer to evaluate labor requirements, establish labor standards, and optimize manpower for high-volume production. The role focuses on standard work, time studies, and continuous improvement initiatives to boost safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

You will support new product launches, analyze processes, and partner with Operations, Engineering, and Materials teams to meet daily goals, using Lean and Six

Qualifications

• Evaluate labor requirements and determine optimal workforce levels for production operations.
• Develop and maintain labor standards using MTM, MOST, MCTM, or other predetermined time systems.
• Analyze production processes, line balance, staffing models, and workstation utilization.
• Drive manpower optimization and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Conduct time studies and establish standard work procedures.
• Support new product launches, process changes, and manufacturing trials.
• Improve material flow and plant efficiency through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved process design and workforce allocation.
• Use data analysis to drive decisions related to staffing, production capacity, and operational performance.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Materials teams to support daily production goals.
• Lead continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate labor requirements and determine optimal workforce levels for production operations.
• Develop and maintain labor standards using MTM, MOST, MCTM, or other predetermined time systems.
• Analyze production processes, line balance, staffing models, and workstation utilization.
• Drive manpower optimization and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Conduct time studies and establish standard work procedures.
• Support new product launches, process changes, and manufacturing trials.
• Improve material flow and plant efficiency through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved process design and workforce allocation.
• Use data analysis to drive decisions related to staffing, production capacity, and operational performance.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Materials teams to support daily production goals.
• Lead continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Skills

Labor planning

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Tools

MTM

MOST

MCTM

Job description

This position is responsible for evaluating workforce requirements, establishing labor standards, optimizing manpower utilization, and improving manufacturing efficiency within a high-volume production environment. The engineer will analyze production processes, determine staffing levels, balance workloads, develop standard work, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate labor requirements and determine optimal workforce levels for production operations.
• Develop and maintain labor standards using MTM, MOST, MCTM, or other predetermined time systems.
• Analyze production processes, line balance, staffing models, and workstation utilization.
• Drive manpower optimization and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Conduct time studies and establish standard work procedures.
• Support new product launches, process changes, and manufacturing trials.
• Improve material flow and plant efficiency through Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities through improved process design and workforce allocation.
• Use data analysis to drive decisions related to staffing, production capacity, and operational performance.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, and Materials teams to support daily production goals.
• Lead continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Dublin, VA.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $47.50/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 Dublin,VA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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 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.