Manufacturing Process Improvement Specialist

4 weeks ago


Schiller Park, Illinois, United States Actalent Full time
Job Description:

As a Manufacturing Engineer at Actalent, you will play a critical role in driving process improvements to ensure the organization is utilizing best practices related to manufacturing. Your expertise will be essential in improving productivity, efficiency, and throughput while eliminating waste by utilizing lean concepts and tools.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 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.
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.



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