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Description

This manufacturing engineer is a level 2 position. They are looking for someone who can hit the ground running who has the technical experience to root cause, troubleshoot and improve equipment in the facility. Biggest pieces of emphasis will be ability to deliver on cost savings & production processes as well as improve facility production as a whole. Job Description Below: Develop, implement, manage, and track new process systems and improvements that increase efficiency, safety and morale with a special emphasis on utilizing associate input and continuous improvement to meet or exceed company goals. • Develops, implements, manages and tracks new process systems and improvements that increase efficiency, safety and morale. • Educates manufacturing engineers, technicians, and (occasionally) contract personnel to promote/ensure continuous improvement. • Controls and manages project schedules, budgets, and expenses. • Develops project scopes and definitions that can apply to both internal and external resources. • Develops estimates for equipment, tooling and labor for lowest cost and highest quality solutions for new and existing business. • Identifies and selects vendors from which to order tooling and equipment. • Encourage team involvement, where associates are interviewed and participate in the corrective actions, and implementation of solutions. • Promotes Kaizen improvement initiatives and lean methods to eliminate non-value-added activities, and to improve productivity, quality, and associate morale. • Monitor manufacturing processing performance and develop improvements to help the manufacturing element be more effective and create less waste. • Fosters an environment, at all levels of the organization, conducive to rapid problem solving. • Promotes an associate relations environment that is consistent with long-term management objectives.

Skills

manufacturing engineering, autocad 2d, design, continuous improvement, inventor, pfema, lean manufacturing, process improvement, manufacturing process, catia, plcs, allen bradley plc, plactic, injection mold, extrusion, google suite

Top Skills Details

manufacturing engineering,autocad 2d,design,continuous improvement,inventor,pfema,lean manufacturing

Additional Skills & Qualifications

NICE TO HAVES- - 4-year degree in engineering - Experience with plastic extrusion and/or plastic injection molding - Experience with electrical/PLCs - Experience with Catia - Google Suites - Hi Lex has transitioned to Google Suites from Microsoft Suites, so they have better communication with upper management.

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Battle Creek, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $41.00/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 Battle Creek,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 19, 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.