Manufacturing Process Engineer

ACTalent; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for Terre Haute, Indiana to optimize and stabilize manufacturing processes and equipment in a large contract manufacturing facility spanning assembly, packaging, injection molding, IT services, and electronics.

The role focuses on improving safety, reliability, quality, and productivity, leading projects from concept to installation, and applying Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen tools while coordinating with Maintenance, Operations, Quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (required).
• 1–3 years of post-undergraduate troubleshooting experience in an industrial setting.
• Experience using Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, 5-Why, Fishbone, or similar CI/root-cause tools.
• Excellent communication skills with stakeholders across functions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing equipment and processes to improve safety, reliability, quality, efficiency, throughput, and productivity.
• Lead and support engineering projects from concept/design through installation and implementation.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and develop corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, layouts, specifications, and documentation.
• Implement process improvements to reduce downtime and increase equipment performance.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Safety, and Engineering to resolve challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Kaizen, KPIs, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methods.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities to meet schedules.

Skills

Lean

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Manufacturing Process Engineer

We are seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team in Terre Haute, Indiana. This facility has evolved into a contract manufacturing hub, engaging in diverse ventures such as assembly, packaging, distribution, injection molding, IT services, electronics, and semiconductor-related manufacturing. The role involves enhancing the reliability and optimization of manufacturing processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing manufacturing equipment and processes to identify improvements in safety, reliability, quality, efficiency, throughput, and productivity.
• Lead and support engineering projects from concept/design through installation, commissioning, and implementation.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process-related equipment issues and develop sustainable corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain mechanical drawings, equipment layouts, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements to reduce downtime, improve productivity, and increase equipment performance.
• Perform root cause analysis on equipment and process failures and implement corrective/preventive actions.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Operations, Quality, Safety, and Engineering to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Kaizen, KPIs, Six Sigma, and other problem-solving methodologies.
• Manage multiple engineering projects and priorities while meeting established schedules.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering Discipline.
• 1-3 years of post-undergraduate troubleshooting manufacturing experience within an industrial environment.
• Experience utilizing Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, 5-Why, Fishbone, or similar continuous-improvement/root-cause tools.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate project tasks effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a high-volume or automated plastic injection molded manufacturing environment.

Work Environment

This is a 1st shift position, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM ET, averaging 40 to 45 hours per week. The facility is a climate-controlled, 1.3 million square foot contract manufacturing facility with 170 employees.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Terre Haute, IN.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $77500.00 - $82500.00/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.

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Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Terre Haute,IN.

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:

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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.