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Job Title: Senior Continuous Improvement EngineerJob Description

As a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be instrumental in driving cost reduction, productivity, and quality enhancements within the manufacturing domain. You will spearhead and support continuous improvement initiatives by employing Lean, Six Sigma, APQP, and related methodologies. Your role will involve developing and optimizing manufacturing methods, standards, layouts, and line balances. You will also design, deploy, and validate automation and digital solutions for manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

+ Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and APQP tools.

+ Develop and optimize manufacturing methods, standards, layouts, and line balances.

+ Design, deploy, and validate automation and digital solutions for manufacturing processes.

+ Support new product introductions and integrate new processes and equipment.

+ Analyze, specify, and justify equipment, tooling, and capital projects.

+ Provide documentation, training, and guidance to shop floor and indirect teams.

+ Mentor and lead continuous improvement teams; develop and track performance metrics.

+ Collaborate with Manufacturing and QA to start up, debug, and verify processes.

+ Research and develop new manufacturing technologies and processes.

+ May assume additional responsibilities as needed.

Essential Skills

+ Manufacturing engineering expertise

+ Continuous improvement and manufacturing process knowledge

+ Project management skills

+ Experience with assembly processes

+ Proficiency in CAD/CAM software

+ Automation and time studies

+ Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies

+ Process improvement capabilities

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred; Associate degree in Technical Field required

+ 5+ years of manufacturing experience

+ Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/electronic componentry

+ Quality Assurance fundamentals

+ Systems knowledge (AS400, NOMS, CORE, EDM) preferred

Work Environment

The work environment involves manufacturing forklifts and distributing them globally. The role includes continuous manufacturing and custom project-based work. Candidates will work a Monday to Thursday schedule at least 50% of the time, with occasional work on Fridays and remote work as needed. The facility conditions are typical of a manufacturing environment, being cold in the winter and hot in the summer. This is a first shift position. Employees enjoy a schedule of 4 ten-hour shifts per week, allowing for a great work-life balance with occasional overtime. The facility is very clean, and employees have the opportunity to work on exciting projects and custom orders.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berea, KY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.00 - $42.50/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 Berea,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 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.