Manufacturing Process Improvement Specialist

4 days ago


Franklin Park IL, United States Actalent Full time
Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer

Actalent is seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for driving process improvements to ensure the organization is utilizing best practices related to manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drive process improvements to ensure the organization is utilizing best practices related to manufacturing.
  • Improve productivity, efficiency, and throughput while eliminating waste by utilizing lean concepts and tools.
  • Analyze current product designs, machining operations, assembly procedures, test procedures, floor layout, and material flow to enhance processes and improve production techniques for a more cost-efficient manufacturing process.
  • Lead or participate in teams in continuous improvement activities and process redesign.
  • Develop innovative solutions to complex manufacturing production problems through the identification and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes.
  • Design and develop tooling and fixtures for manufacturing.
  • Support Manufacturing to improve efficiency. Identify throughput constraints and drive root cause improvements.
  • Provide hands-on support and expert analysis on process issues.
  • Take a leadership role in problem-solving activities, determine appropriate courses of action, and implement corrective actions.
  • Resolve quality problems in manufacturing. Identify and reduce quality errors through disciplined problem-solving techniques and root cause analysis. Implement procedures to address product quality issues.
  • Develop action plans, prioritize quality concerns, and perform corrective actions. Establish and implement quality checkpoints.
  • Support Design Engineering to improve manufacturing efficiency. Manage the engineering change process. Troubleshoot prints and designs and provide feedback to Engineering.
  • Maintain accurate records of changes and deviations. Initiate and implement cost reduction programs related to process technology and improvement.
  • Conduct ROIs to justify the cost for new equipment, process, or process improvements.
  • Build and execute process improvement project funnel to support profitability growth leveraging advancements in quality, machining, assembly process optimization, setup reduction, process flow optimization, and manufacturing variable expense reductions.
  • Assist in the specification, purchase, and installation of new machines and equipment.
  • Evaluate and recommend capital equipment improvements and additions.
  • Create documentation for new manufacturing processes and engineering procedures.
  • Create process instructions, verify build process, visual aids, work instructions, and ensure documentation is kept up to date. Improve safety in manufacturing operations by addressing ergonomic and other safety concerns and conducting process audits to ensure process discipline is consistent.
  • Assist in programming CNC equipment, robotic welder, and laser cutting technology.

Requirements:

  • Lean manufacturing concepts
  • Advanced manufacturing processes
  • Tooling and fixture design
  • Root cause analysis
  • CNC programming
  • Robotic welding
  • Laser cutting technology

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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 for other accommodation options.



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