Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title

Manufacturing Engineer

Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

We are seeking a dynamic and skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will develop and implement flexible line designs, eliminate waste in manufacturing processes, and manage material flow and kitting. You will work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to achieve business objectives and lead multiple projects focused on improving manufacturing processes.

• Develop and implement flexible line designs.
• Eliminate waste in manufacturing processes.
• Manage material flow and kitting.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to achieve business objectives.
• Lead multiple projects focused on improving manufacturing processes.
• Develop material flow strategies to increase efficiency.

• Manufacturing engineering
• Project management
• Manufacturing processes
• Continuous improvement
• Process design
• Lean manufacturing
• Plant layout

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field or Associate's degree.
• 1+ years of working experience.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/electronic componentry.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Knowledge of JIT, CSM, and DFT techniques and philosophy.
• Understanding of Quality Assurance fundamentals.
• Preferred systems knowledge (AS400, NOMS, CORE, EDM).

The work environment is a very clean facility where employees can engage in cool projects and custom orders. The work schedule consists of four 10‑hour shifts per week, with occasional overtime, providing a great work‑life balance. There is a possibility of approximately 10% travel to the NC plant. Manufacturing and distribution involve forklifts and both continuous and custom project‑based work.

Contract to Hire, Berea, Kentucky (Berea, KY).

Pay range: $42.31 - $48.08 per hour.

Benefits (may vary by eligibility):

• 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)

Actalent 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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccom

Anticipated to close on Jan 9, 2026.

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Contract