Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer will provide direct, hands-on support to active production lines, ensuring operational continuity and resolving issues that impact throughput, quality, or safety. This role focuses heavily on troubleshooting production stops, repairing or redesigning tooling and fixtures, and supporting operators with real-time engineering solutions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve production issues such as damaged or missing tools, defects, mold failures, and floor safety concerns.

• Provide hands-on support to production lines, ensuring smooth operation and addressing tooling repairs and floor issues.

• Design and modify fixtures using CAD software, primarily SolidWorks.

• Manage Requests for Engineering Assistance (REAs), involving updates to work instructions, material handling processes, and documentation.

• Collaborate with production leads, quality engineering, and operations to drive continuous improvement.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for tooling and fixture design.

• 1-3+ years of professional experience.

• Strong troubleshooting skills in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with process improvement and manufacturing process engineering.

• Ability to manage Requests for Engineering Assistance (REAs) and update documentation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with 3D printing, either at work or as a hobby.

• Experience with CATIA is a plus.

• Preferred experience with CMM, especially Laser CMM.

• Familiarity with SAP ERP systems is advantageous.

• Experience in the rubber industry and problem-solving skills would be ideal.

• Self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Work Environment

This position is set in a manufacturing environment where hands-on problem solving and troubleshooting are integral. The role requires comfort with being on the production floor, working alongside engineers and operators. The work environment is dynamic and provides opportunities for growth with involvement in current projects. The position offers 2 weeks of PTO, 6 holidays, and sick time.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mcminnville, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $38.50/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 Mcminnville,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 7, 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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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.