Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. This role involves close collaboration with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to troubleshoot manufacturing, tooling, and equipment-related issues while driving process improvements across CNC machining operations.

• Analyze production data and participate in root cause investigations.
• Implement corrective actions and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives to improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Assist with CNC machining process optimization, CNC program modifications, tooling validation, prototype machining, and production trials.
• Utilize Siemens 840D, Rockwell Automation, and Fanuc controls.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.
• Support APQP activities, maintain Process FMEAs and Control Plans.
• Conduct process validation and capability studies.
• Participate in equipment and automation projects using AutoCAD.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel.
• Promote safe manufacturing practices and implement ergonomic and safety improvements.

• 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a CNC machining or automotive manufacturing environment.
• Experience with GD&T, Siemens, programming, AutoCAD, APQP, PFMEA, control plans, and SAP.

• Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is preferred.
• Experience with Siemens, Fanuc, and Rockwell Automation.
• Experience in failure mode and effects analysis, process development, and working with cutting tools and fixturing.
• Familiarity with CNC programming and machining centers.
• Exposure to APQP, PFMEA, and Control Plans.
• Experience in CNC machining and SAP.

The work hours are from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with some flexibility, allowing an earlier start if desired, such as at 7:00 AM. The role offers stability in the heavy-duty trucking industry, distinct from the typical automotive sector, providing a sense of security. Additionally, employees gain access to online learning platforms like Udemy after six months of employment.

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

The pay range for this position is $43.27 - $52.88/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 Contract to Hire position based out of Webberville, MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 29, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Webberville,MI.

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 withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

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