Job Information
Actalent Manufacturing Engineer in Normal, Illinois
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in new product launches and current product line maintenance. This role is dynamic and engaging; it involves interaction with operators to understand the manufacturing processes in depth. We aim for continuous improvement and operating excellence, and your contributions will be critical to achieving these goals. You will be tasked with driving results and achieving targets, with a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale. This is not a CAD heavy role; it's about being hands-on, understanding the shop floor, and making a difference.
Hard Skills
Root cause analysis
Knowledge in Welding & Assembly
Experience in Continuous Improvement
Ability to manage all aspects of manufacturing processes for new product launches
Experience in maximizing efficiency by analyzing and implementing layouts, workflow, manufacturing methods, and workforce utilization
Experience in creating and implementing meaningful metrics
Experience in process methods documentation and standard operating procedures development
Experience in development and implementation of jigs and fixtures
Experience in assisting in capital projects from concept to implementation
Soft Skills
Ability to work independently and ask for help where needed
Confidence
Accountability
Communication skills
Job Type
This is a Contract-to-Hire position with a duration of 12 Month(s).
Work Site
This is a fully on-site position in Normal, Illinois.
Work Environment
The role involves both shop floor and office work, with significant time spent on the shop floor interacting with supervisors and the shop team to identify problems and areas for improvement. You will be in the heart of the action, working closely with the team to drive continuous improvement and excellence.
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 actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.