• Manufacturing Engineering Technician

    Actalent (Lexington, KY)


    Job Title: Manufacturing Engineering Technician

     

    Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

    Job Description

    We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineering Technician with a focus on shipping/packaging assembly. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing, preferably within the packaging sector. You will be an integral part of the process and manufacturing teams, implementing the NAM Primary Packaging Roadmap as dictated by the PP/PS Sustainability Team.

    Responsibilities

    + Participate in the process and manufacturing teams to implement the NAM Primary Packaging Roadmap.

    + Conduct research and studies on sustainable packaging products suitable for local site implementation, including coordinating formalized testing at laboratories.

    + Coordinate with manufacturing, process teams, procurement, and other departments to implement new sustainable materials.

    + Lead the local team to ensure all aspects of the project are implemented effectively.

    + Physically assist with label changes, warehouse changes, workstation modifications, bin changes, etc., as needed per project.

    + Research and procure new fixtures, tools, bins, work stations, etc.

    + Provide hypercare for new sustainable materials that have been implemented and continuously resolve issues with new implementations.

    + Assist with reporting to the PP/PS Sustainability Team on project updates and completions.

    + Conduct financial impact analysis per project, including cost analysis and cycle time analysis.

    + Assist with work instruction modifications and document technical and generic specifications of the packaging process, including line layouts, station layouts, capacity and workload balancing, and preferred component usage.

    + Ensure assembly process deliverables are aligned with global assembly process practices.

    + Coordinate and assist with equipment installations and validations.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor Degree in Engineering

    + 3+ years of experience in Manufacturing/Process Engineering

    + Experience in manufacturing, preferably in packaging

    + Knowledge of material handling

    + Proficiency with SAP ERP

    + Project management skills

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with line layout, kanban, and new product development

    Work Environment

    You will work in a dynamic manufacturing setting where you will interact with various teams to implement sustainable packaging solutions. The role involves physical tasks such as label changes, workstation modifications, and coordinating equipment installations. You will use tools such as SAP ERP and work within global assembly process practices. The environment is collaborative and focused on sustainability and continuous improvement.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $29.90 - $37.86/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 Lexington,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 2, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

    Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

    At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

     

    + Hiring diverse talent

    + Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

    + Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

    + Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

     

    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 [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.