Industrial Engineer

The Industrial Engineer supports manufacturing sustainment operations and new product introductions for advanced AI/ML and GPU-accelerated server rack platforms. This role optimizes production systems to achieve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and scalability objectives in a high-complexity, fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position plays a critical role in production ramp readiness, time standard integrity, capacity modeling, layout optimization, and continuous improvement execution, and operates as part of a core team launching new manufacturing technologies through strong cross-functional collaboration and data-driven process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and Test Engineering to support new product introductions.
• Develop and validate time standards, labor models, and capacity plans to ensure accurate production planning and staffing.
• Define workstation requirements, material flow strategies, and tooling needs to support efficient and scalable manufacturing operations.
• Support NPI builds by monitoring performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing corrective actions to improve throughput and stability.
• Conduct time studies and work measurement analysis to establish and refine standard work and productivity benchmarks.
• Monitor and improve operational metrics such as throughput, work-in-process (WIP), lead time, first pass yield (FPY), and labor efficiency.
• Lead layout improvements, line balancing, and material handling optimization to enhance flow, reduce waste, and increase capacity.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standard work, process documentation, and work instructions to ensure consistency and quality.
• Analyze workforce utilization and facility layouts to maximize efficiency and effective use of resources.
• Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives by identifying opportunities, implementing solutions, and tracking results.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company policies in all industrial engineering activities and process changes.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Experience with time studies, work measurement, and establishing time standards.
• Experience with capacity planning and manufacturing workflows.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel.
• Industrial engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in process improvement and production optimization.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

• Lean manufacturing experience with a focus on waste reduction and flow optimization.
• Experience with MES/ERP systems such as SAP.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar tools for layout and facility design.
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt) preferred.
• Experience supporting new product introductions in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with advanced hardware systems such as AI/ML and GPU-accelerated platforms.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Strong communication skills to document processes and present findings and recommendations.

The role is based in a fast-paced, high-complexity manufacturing setting focused on advanced hardware systems, including AI/ML and GPU-accelerated server rack platforms. It is a fully on-site position, typically operating Monday through the standard workweek, requiring close collaboration with engineering, operations, and production teams on the factory floor. The environment emphasizes continuous improvement, data-driven decision-making, and hands-on engagement with production lines, layouts, and material flows. This opportunity offers exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies, new product introductions, and a growing industry, providing significant hands-on experience and professional growth in an ever-evolving environment.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $28.00 - $28.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Florence,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 22, 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 process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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