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Job Description
Join a well-established manufacturing organization renowned for its long history of success and ongoing growth. This opportunity offers a stable, team-oriented environment that prioritizes continuous improvement, quality, and employee development. The company provides competitive compensation and strong benefits in a culture where individuals can contribute and advance their careers. This role involves hands-on manufacturing engineering responsibilities, supporting production, enhancing processes, and driving efficiency across operations. You will play a vital role in maintaining and optimizing manufacturing systems while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes and systems.
- Analyze existing processes to identify opportunities for increased efficiency and resolve production issues.
- Perform root cause analysis and recommend process improvements related to workflow, equipment, and layout.
- Support production and maintenance teams with technical problem-solving.
- Assist with machine setup, equipment troubleshooting, and resolving product deviations.
- Perform in-process checks to ensure parts meet specifications and quality standards.
- Collaborate across teams to support operational goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and process records.
- Handle sensitive technical and manufacturing information in accordance with company policies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
- 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and engineering principles.
- Experience troubleshooting production and process-related issues.
- Ability to analyze data and independently solve complex problems.
- Effective communication across production, engineering, and leadership teams.
- Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills.
- Experience working in metal fabrication, welded assemblies, or similar environments preferred.
- Ability to build relationships across departments and support team collaboration.
This is an on-site role from Monday to Friday in a fast-paced and production-driven environment focused on tubular components and welded assemblies. Engineers gain exposure to high-volume manufacturing challenges and process improvement work. The setting is hands-on, closely tied to the shop floor, allowing individuals to take ownership of projects and troubleshoot issues in real-time. The company operates with a lean, team-oriented structure, providing more visibility and opportunities to contribute across multiple areas.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Saint Louis, MO.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/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 Saint Louis,MO.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jun 4, 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.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.
Salary : $38 - $45