Manufacturing Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Leader is responsible for fostering a culture of Lean thinking and continuous improvement across the organization. This role involves leading, coaching, and training teams on CI tools, while supporting daily management and PDCA problem-solving. The CI Leader will facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 5S, as well as support flow and pull systems. Additionally, this position requires partnering cross-functionally to eliminate barriers, sustain improvements, and effectively communicate CI progress.

Responsibilities

• Drive Lean thinking and continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
• Lead coaching and training sessions on Continuous Improvement (CI) tools.
• Support daily management and PDCA problem-solving processes.
• Facilitate kaizen events, value stream mapping, and 5S activities.
• Support flow and pull systems implementation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to remove barriers and sustain improvements.
• Communicate progress and achievements in CI initiatives effectively.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies.
• Expertise in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience in Kaizen and Lean Six Sigma.
• Ability to conduct process improvement and process mapping.
• Experience in Lean implementation and Value Stream Mapping.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 3 years of experience in leading continuous improvement activities.

Work Environment

This role offers a dynamic work environment focused on continuous improvement and innovation. Employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax and post-tax contribution options. Additional benefits include voluntary life insurance, short and long-term disability, a health spending account (HSA), transportation benefits, and an employee assistance program. Time off options such as PTO, vacation, or sick leave may also be available. Eligibility for benefits depends on job classification and length of employment.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $90000.00/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 Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 1, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000