Manufacturing Technician

Manufacturing Technician

The Manufacturing Technician supports production by following detailed manufacturing plans, assembling and inspecting parts, and ensuring high-quality products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role emphasizes safety, quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow manufacturing plans, specifications, and SOPs to complete production tasks.
• Verify materials, parts, and tools are available before starting work.
• Assemble, lay up, inspect, and package parts according to quality standards.
• Perform in-process and final inspections, identifying defects and Foreign Object Debris (FOD).
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area following 5S principles.
• Properly handle tools, equipment, hazardous materials, and required PPE.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S, Kaizen, RCCA, and Lean Manufacturing activities.
• Identify process issues, recommend solutions, and contribute to operational efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and meet production schedules and quality expectations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum 1 year of manufacturing or production experience.
• Ability to follow detailed work instructions and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail, quality, and safety.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or continuous improvement programs.
• Positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn.
• Comfortable working overtime as needed.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/production setting with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Frequent standing, walking, repetitive motions, and lifting up to 30 lbs regularly and 50 lbs occasionally.
• Mandatory use of PPE and adherence to safety procedures.
• Opportunities for overtime and professional growth in a collaborative, improvement-focused environment.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hayden, ID.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/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 Hayden,ID.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 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.

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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.