Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for supporting existing mold and plating lines as well as launching new programs. This role involves communication with customers and internal teams to ensure timelines are met, setting up equipment layouts, and conducting design reviews. The Manufacturing Engineer will also liaise with the corporate team to support documentation requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects within budget and maintain delivery dates
• Support production requirements as needed
• Develop process verification and/or validation for the assembly and inspection of products
• Regularly use hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, tools, and equipment
• Frequently work near moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits
• Conduct in-process and post-production defect analysis for surface defects, sink marks, short shots, and warping, implementing corrective actions
• Optimize and automate manufacturing processes
• Analyze production processes to enhance yield, reduce scrap, and improve efficiency
• Troubleshoot current equipment or process problems and continuously develop or improve injection mold processes to achieve high-quality parts with the desired throughput

Essential Skills

• 2 years in manufacturing engineering
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Experience with Kaizen and FMEA
• Strong skills in manufacturing engineering and process improvement
• Experience in continuous improvement, tooling, and program launch
• Project management skills
• Injection mold experience

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Preferred: Mechanical/Industrial Engineering Degree or related field
• Automotive manufacturing experience

Work Environment

The work environment includes injection molding and plating lines, which can be hot and dirty in some areas. The role involves working near moving mechanical parts and electrical circuits. The company offers 6 paid holidays and 1 week of PTO. This is an opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment and help build the Engineering team.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $42.00/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 Nicholasville,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 25, 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.

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 for other accommodation options.

Salary : $35 - $42