Manufacturing Engineering

Aleron; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Acara Solutions is seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer in Norfolk, VA to optimize manufacturing processes, support launches, and sustain products. You will collaborate with engineering and production teams to create efficient production plans, manage costs, and maintain ERP routing systems to enable seamless operations.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years in manufacturing routers (Costpoint or similar ERP), proficiency with MS Office, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience developing, maintaining, and optimizing manufacturing routers in an ERP system (Costpoint or similar).
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Able to maintain accurate records and follow procedures for safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Build and operate RF furnaces and basic electro-mechanical systems used in crystal growth and fabrication.
• Prepare and mix raw materials according to specified compositions and process requirements.
• Monitor crystal growth processes and track operations to support production outcomes.
• Maintain records of processing steps and results in logs and databases.
• Follow established procedures to support reliable day-to-day operations.

Skills

ERP routers

Costpoint

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Costpoint

Job description

• We're seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve operational efficiency, and support the successful launch and sustainment of products.
• In this role, you'll collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to develop production plans, manage manufacturing costs, maintain ERP-based routing systems, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement while working toward key project and operational goals.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Supportive, team-driven culture that values collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Opportunity to grow your career with a global workforce solutions leader serving multiple industries.
• People-first environment that encourages employees to bring their authentic selves to work.
• Strong focus on partnership, innovation, and delivering meaningful results for clients and candidates.

Why This Opportunity is Exciting:

This role offers the opportunity to join a company that prioritizes both people and performance-where your contributions directly impact client success while providing you with room to grow and develop professionally.

About Acara Solutions

Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider- we help companies compete for talent. With experience across industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and design talent solutions that deliver the business outcomes they want. We draw on decades of experience to provide contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.

Sound like a good fit?

What You'll Do:

• Build and operate RF furnaces and basic electro-mechanical systems used in crystal growth and fabrication.
• Prepare and mix raw materials according to specified compositions and process requirements.
• Monitor crystal growth processes and track operations to support consistent production outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records of processing steps, operating activities, and results in both paper-based logs and databases.
• Follow established procedures to support reliable, organized, and efficient day-to-day operations.

Job Requirements

What You'll Bring:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 2+ years of experience in developing, maintaining, and optimizing manufacturing routers in an ERP system, such as Costpoint or a comparable platform.

What Sets You Apart:

• You have good PC skills (MS Office software like Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).
• Following processes, MPI documentation, and safety procedures.
• Ability to interpret and analyze complex instrumentation
• Detail-oriented
• Ability to multitask in a fast-moving environment
• Good communication and computer skills (Word and Excel).

Additional Information:

• Upon offer of employment, the individual will be subject to a background check.

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Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.