• Weld Production Engineer

    Actalent (Georgetown, KY)


    Job Title: Weld Production Engineer

     

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

    Job Description

    We are seeking a talented Weld Production Engineer to support our manufacturing operations by applying innovative ideas and technology. The role involves utilizing production tools and methodologies to eliminate inefficiencies, working collaboratively to foster effective partnerships, and using a data-driven approach to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost management.

    Responsibilities

    + Apply the 5-why problem-solving methodology to eliminate and prevent machining and assembly process inefficiencies.

    + Develop strong working relationships through a teamwork approach to create effective future partnerships.

    + Continuously improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost issues using a methodical and data-driven analytical approach.

    + Manage projects by creating schedules, establishing punch lists, and meeting due dates and milestones.

    + Search for innovative solutions, test them in a manufacturing setting, and develop business case justifications for purchases if trials are successful.

    + Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specifications are met from planning to production usage.

    Essential Skills

    + Lean manufacturing

    + Mechanical engineering

    + Production engineering

    + Manufacturing engineering

    + Automotive engineering

    + Project management

    + Process improvement

    + Continuous improvement

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or similar technical field

    + 3+ years of professional experience in an engineering role for automotive manufacturing

    + Intermediate or above proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

    + Experience with technical specifications and implementation of equipment design and process specification changes

    + Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, including 2nd shift, weekends, and holidays/shutdowns

    + Experience in writing detailed scopes of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates

    Work Environment

    The role is part of the Bodyweld group and involves spending 60% of the time on the manufacturing floor, which is busy and loud, requiring adherence to all safety procedures. The remaining 40% of the time will be spent at a desk in a large open office seating area. The position is primarily 1st shift, with typical working hours from 7 AM to 5 PM, but requires the ability to answer calls outside normal working hours, including potential 10 to 12-hour shifts.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $45.00/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 Georgetown,KY.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 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.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.