Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Join our team as an Industrial Engineer, where you will apply your expertise to design efficient work operations, uphold safety and quality standards, and drive continuous improvement within our manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement common Industrial Engineering business practices and processes.
• Design work operations that meet safety, quality, and efficiency requirements with high integrity.
• Maintain accurate time studies through motion analysis and application of standard time data.
• Maintain accurate workstation layouts using computer-aided drafting software (AutoCAD).
• Drive Continuous Improvement efforts in assigned area through elimination of waste.
• Evaluate bottleneck areas and support throughput and productivity improvements in assigned area.
• Support change management projects by developing line balance plans and participating in production trials.
• Reduce total cost by improving productivity metrics related to operator work loading and value-added percent.
• Participate in lean manufacturing through implementation of a Global Manufacturing System.
• Support implementation and training for standardized work development.
• Become a coach and teacher of lean manufacturing principles to the production floor team members.
• Drive problem-solving efforts.
• Work collaboratively as one team with all levels of the organization.
• Develop relationships with Production department and related personnel.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in the field of Engineering (or equivalent) and 2 years of Industrial Engineering experience.
• Experience working in manufacturing within Continuous Improvement.
• Experience in documentation of Standardized Work procedures.
• Experience in implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Knowledge of time study and motion analysis.
• Working knowledge of computer-aided drafting tools (AutoCAD).
• Ability to adapt to different interpersonal styles and communication methods.
• Self-motivated individual with Continuous Improvement focus.
• Ability to work any shift, including weekends.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Knowledge of human factors engineering/ergonomic analysis.
• Previous experience with project management and time management.
• Previous experience working in a Union Environment or Bargaining Unit.
• Experience working in a plant with machining operations.

Work Environment

This role is based in an engine plant equipped with office desks at the front. While you will have a desk, you will also be required to engage actively on the plant floor to carry out your duties.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Flint, MI.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $55.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Flint,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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 View email address on ziprecruiter.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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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.