• Supply Chain Engineer

    Actalent (Decatur, IL)


    Job Title: Hackler - Supply Chain EngineerJob Description

     

    As a Supply Chain Planning Engineer, you will play a crucial role in enhancing facility performance levels to meet corporate targets for improved order-to-delivery results. This position focuses significantly on weld line planning, requiring you to spend 50-75% of your time on the floor. Your primary responsibilities will include leading efforts to develop and implement the Plan for Every Part and improving throughput efficiency.

    Responsibilities

    + Develop and implement supply chain processes for manufacturing areas, including standard work, material handling equipment, and floor layouts.

    + Maintain the Plan for Every Part for 2,000 to 5,000 part numbers across manufacturing value streams.

    + Document processes using various planning tools.

    + Support the design and implementation of material packaging and containerization solutions for the facility.

    + Support performance efforts of manufacturing areas through continuous improvement processes, incident investigation, and root cause corrective action, resolving systemic supply chain related problems.

    Essential Skills

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

    + Technical degree (associates or bachelors) in industrial technology, engineering, or a related field.

    + Associates degree or a minimum of 3 years of experience in Supply Chain.

    + Computer skills including Microsoft Access.

    + Ability to lift 35+ pounds and walk to the floor.

    + Basic math skills.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with CPS, RIW, and Value Stream Transformation process.

    + Experience in the development and deployment of Supply Chain processes.

    + Blueprint reading skills.

    + Background in Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Inventory Management, Material Requirements Planning, Demand Management, and/or Logistics.

    Work Environment

    This role requires spending a significant amount of time on the production floor, focusing on weld line planning. The work environment is dynamic, with a focus on continuous improvement and efficient supply chain processes. Dress code and attire are suitable for a manufacturing environment.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Decatur, IL.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $29.00/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 Decatur,IL.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

    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.