Manufacturing Engineer
Actalent · Canton, SD · 6 days ago
On-siteEngineering$38–$50/hrContract
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and refine manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and design teams to optimize workflows and ensure smooth integration of new or improved processes.
- Analyze existing manufacturing operations to identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to enhance productivity and reduce defects.
- Support the implementation of new equipment, tools, and technologies in the manufacturing environment.
- Use engineering software and tools, including CAD and ERP systems, to develop and document process designs and improvements.
- Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and recommend corrective actions when processes deviate from targets.
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and process specifications.
- Participate in cross-functional problem-solving activities to address production issues and quality concerns.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of expansion and new build initiatives by helping design, plan, and implement efficient manufacturing layouts and processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- 4–8 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Practical knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards.
- Experience applying Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for diagnosing and resolving process issues.
- Proficiency with engineering software and tools such as CAD, ERP systems, and Excel.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with production, quality, and design teams.
- Experience in manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
Essential Skills
- Experience working on process design and optimization for new or expanding manufacturing operations.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings and translate them into practical manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools.
- Demonstrated ability to support continuous improvement initiatives across cross-functional teams.