Product Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 73,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in Asheville, NC is seeking a Product Manufacturing Engineer to lead FAI development and PPAP/MRL initiatives for assigned hardware. You will drive actions to closure, monitor quality and cost, and coordinate capital start-ups to support ramp schedules.

Responsibilities include owning the master schedule for parts, coordinating with technical support groups, and guiding discussions with engineering on production issues to maximize line efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a manufacturing/industrial engineering field or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Lean manufacturing experience or training; Six Sigma preferred.
• Experience with MES 2.0 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in FAI development and coordinate necessary approval documentation.
• Organize and lead PPAP and MRL development for assigned hardware.
• Drive actions to closure and track quality and cost, identifying improvements.
• Organize and lead capital start-up in support of ramp schedules.
• Own the master schedule for assigned parts and communicate with technical groups.
• Lead discussions with engineering on production-related issues to ensure efficient lines.
• Provide technical help to suppliers of part details, tools, and consumables.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Project management

FAI

PPAP

MRL

MES

Lean manufacturing

Communication with suppliers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MES 2.0

Job description

Job Title: Product Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

As a Product Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in developing First Article Inspections (FAI) and coordinating necessary approval documentation. You will organize and lead Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) development for assigned hardware. Your responsibilities will include driving actions to closure, tracking product quality and cost, identifying improvement opportunities, and organizing capital start-ups to support ramp schedules. Additionally, you will manage the master schedule for assigned parts and maintain communication with technical support groups. You will lead discussions with engineering on production-related issues to ensure line efficiency and provide technical assistance to suppliers of part details, tools, and consumables. You will also lead with CORE, promote its principles, and contribute to achieving and maintaining team goals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in First Article Inspection (FAI) development and coordinate necessary approval documentation.
• Organize and lead Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) development for assigned hardware.
• Drive actions to closure and track product quality and cost, identifying improvements where opportunities exist.
• Organize and lead the capital start-up in support of ramp schedules.
• Own the master schedule for assigned parts and manage communication with technical support groups.
• Lead discussions with engineering on production-related issues to ensure efficient production lines.
• Provide technical help to suppliers of part details, durable/perishable tools, and consumables.
• Lead with CORE principles and contribute to achieving and maintaining team goals.

Essential Skills

• Experience in manufacturing engineering and project management.
• Proficiency in First Article Inspection (FAI), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL).
• Ability to own the sequence of events for assigned new parts production.
• Capability to drive the completion of work instructions through direct technical support and coordination of technical resources.
• Experience in overall equipment efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing Execution System (MES).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Materials Science, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
• Lean manufacturing experience or training.
• Preferred Six Sigma Green or Black Belt training.
• Preferred knowledge of MES 2.0.
• Preferred experience in turbine airfoil manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position operates in a manufacturing setting, working with advanced equipment and resources. You will be part of a Fortune 500 company experiencing tremendous growth and significant site investments. The opportunity offers career advancement with competitive benefits, including HOL, VAC, and PTO pay. The work environment promotes efficiency and operational readiness, ensuring the maximum efficiency of the production line.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheville, NC.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $52.88 - $57.69/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. 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)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Asheville, NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 13, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Asheville,NC.

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.

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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.