Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes that support safe, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role will drive continuous improvement initiatives, support new product launches, optimize tooling and equipment, and provide hands-on engineering support to production operations.

Responsibilities Include

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production workflows.

• Design, implement, and validate tooling, fixtures, gauges, and production equipment.

• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on reducing scrap, downtime, cycle times, and production costs.

• Support new product launches through process development, validation, and quality planning activities.

• Analyze production data, process capability, and throughput to identify improvement opportunities.

• Provide hands-on troubleshooting and engineering support for production, tooling, and equipment issues.

• Lead equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and process qualification activities.

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Tooling teams to improve product quality and process performance.

• Maintain engineering documentation, including routings, process specifications, drawings, and BOMs.

• Support automation, robotics, and advanced manufacturing initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, and environmental regulations.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, process improvement, and new product launches.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies.

• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, control plans, and process validation is preferred.

• Strong troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Toledo, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $62.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Toledo,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.