Manufacturing Engineer/Due To ITAR
Job in
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio, 44114, USA
Listed on 2026-06-10
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-10
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Process Engineer -
Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Title:
Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving complex manufacturing issues, driving strategic process improvements using Lean methodologies, and developing long-term manufacturing strategies. The successful candidate will oversee the design and validation of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems, manage cross-functional projects, and serve as a technical authority during new product development.
Responsibilities
* Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues impacting production efficiency and quality.
* Drive strategic process improvements to optimize throughput and reduce waste.
* Develop and implement long-term manufacturing strategies.
* Oversee design and validation of tooling, fixtures, and automation systems to support high-volume, low-defect production.
* Manage cross-functional projects involving R&D, quality assurance, and operations.
* Establish and maintain process control systems, including statistical process control (SPC) and failure mode analysis.
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to Manufacturing Engineers and production teams.
* Evaluate and select manufacturing technologies and equipment to improve scalability and competitiveness.
* Collaborate with suppliers and vendors on technical specifications, qualification, and continuous improvement of materials.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and quality standards across all manufacturing operations.
* Develop and maintain documentation for processes, tooling, and equipment.
* Lead cost-reduction initiatives through design-for-manufacturability (DFM) and process optimization.
* Serve as technical authority for manufacturing during new product development.
Essential Skills
* Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
* 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with leadership in process improvement.
* Ability to lead root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
* Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
* Project management skills.
* Expertise in tooling design, automation, and process validation for high-volume production.
* Experience with control plans, PFMEA, and structured problem solving (5-Why, fishbone).
* Familiarity with controls such as Allen-Bradley PLCs, HMIs, industrial sensors, or basic ladder logic review.
* Expert-level design-for-manufacturability/assembly (DFM/DFA).
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
* Leadership of cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives and major capital projects.
* Experience with composites and adhesives.
* ERP/MES integration experience for routings, BOMs, serialization/traceability, and shop-floor data capture.
* Advanced statistical and data tool knowledge, including DOE (screening/optimization) and reliability analysis.
* Proficiency with data analysis and reporting.
* Regulatory/quality fluency: ISO 9001/AS9100 systems, ITAR/EAR, document control/change management, and QCP alignment for configuration-controlled products.
Work Environment
This role operates in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a newly remodeled facility featuring a game room area and an extremely clean work environment. The position is first shift, from 7 am to 4 pm. The successful candidate will spend approximately 60% of their time on the floor and 40% at their desk, overseeing machine setups, CNC cutting, paint line, and injection molding operations.
While the work environment is structured, candidates should be prepared for some ambiguity and lack of structure in certain processes.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $41.00 - $46.00/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 Cleveland,OH.
Final date to receive applications
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 21, 2026.
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