Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent, Inc.; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

HSA benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer in Waukesha, WI to design, document, and implement manufacturing processes that improve throughput, reliability, and quality.

The role emphasizes lean principles, kaizen leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to drive cost savings and process excellence. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Engineering and 7–10 years of manufacturing experience, including 2–5 years with Lean/Six Sigma strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 7–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• 2–5 years of Lean and/or Six Sigma manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement manufacturing processes to improve throughput, reliability, and quality.
• Lead kaizen events and lean initiatives to boost productivity.
• Document process improvements and calculate real savings with key metrics.
• Coordinate activities to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirements.
• Support equipment design for custom vehicle upfits and product teams.

Skills

Microsoft Office 365

Lean principles

Process design

Documentation and record keeping

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

SOLIDWORKS PDM

Epicor ERP

Job description

Position Objective:Reporting to the VP of Operations, the Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for creating, documenting, and implementing manufacturing processes to enhance product throughput, reliability, and quality using analytical tools and techniques.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Control:
• Identify process improvement areas through daily observations and employee discussions.
• Lead kaizen events and other lean techniques to boost productivity, reliability, and quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to document process improvements aligned with strategic plans.
• Document and calculate real savings from approved projects, developing key metrics like lead times.
• Ownership:
• Plan, document, and implement manufacturing processes using Lean and/or Six Sigma strategies.
• Maintain documentation supporting the manufacturing of equipment.
• Manage all manufacturing data within the Epicor ERP system.
• Coordinate manufacturing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements.
• Support:
• Assist with the design of equipment for custom vehicle upfits.
• Provide support to product teams related to the design and manufacture of equipment.
• Support the implementation of the new product introduction process.
• Ensure proper ergonomics in workstation setup, processes, tooling, and safety equipment.
• Apply statistical analysis techniques, including histograms, Pareto analysis, correlation, SPC, and MSA.
• Culture:
• Uphold company values daily.
• Follow all safety and health policies.
• Direct workflow with guidance on top-level output requirements.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Practical knowledge of lean principles and concepts.
• Ability to handle both low-level tasks (e.g., document creation) and high-level tasks (e.g., process design).
• Understanding of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and distribution techniques.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Problem-solving skills using logic and reasoning.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Continuous learning and technical knowledge updating.
• Ability to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
• 7-10 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer.
• 2-5 years of experience in Lean and/or Six Sigma manufacturing strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in machining center and/or electro‑mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS PDM.
• Experience with Epicor ERP.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
• Basic CAD capabilities for equipment/floor layout.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• Occasionally walk, sit, operate machinery, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and reach above shoulders.
• Regularly talk, listen, move, and frequently use hands.
• Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Waukesha, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr.

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.

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.

• 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 Waukesha,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 29, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.