Manufacturing Engineer Lima, OH

Manufacturing Engineer job a, OH.

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Manufacturing Engineer Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to support and enhance our manufacturing processes across machining and assembly lines. The successful candidate will drive continuous improvements in safety, quality, and productivity while ensuring adherence to established engineering principles and processes.

• Support manufacturing process engineering activities across machining and assembly lines.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and productivity.

• Apply FPS principles and adhere to KUP and Operating Processes in engineering solutions.

• Develop and implement action plans to investigate and resolve quality concerns in internal and supplier processes.

• Lead and conduct process audits to ensure compliance with Vehicle Operations guidelines.

• Create process documentation and instruction sheets to support quality methods.

• Provide timely and effective responses to production requirements and issues.

• Collaborate with production teams in daily meetings to drive engineering actions that improve JPH and First Time Through (FTT) metrics.

• Plan and execute engineering projects, including tooling improvements and layout changes.

• Coordinate with Forward Planning and Manufacturing Engineering teams to manage process changes.

• Support the purchase, commissioning, and debugging of new equipment, including participation in Machine Witness at vendor sites.

• Lead machining of prototype parts and manage prototype program delivery schedules.

• Collaborate with Product Teams, MEO, Production Teams, and suppliers to develop optimal processes.

• Respond to product design and plant-based program changes with feasibility, cost, and timing assessments.

• Provide engineering requirements for new model launch timing and metrics, including PTR runs.

• Liaise with external suppliers to support project work and ensure successful implementation.

• 2+ years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles.

• Ability to create clear and effective process documentation.

• Experience in quality assurance and corrective action planning.

• Proficiency in conducting process audits and implementing improvements.

• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills for cross-functional teamwork.

• Project planning and execution capabilities, especially in tooling and layout optimization.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

• Skills in 8D and 5
  
  Why corrective action and problem-solving.

• Proficiency with Lean Tools such as 5S, Kanban, Poka-yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.

• Experience with DMAIC and DMADV (DFSS) Project Methodology.

• Knowledge and experience in TQM, PPAP, and DOEs.

• Experience in Visual Factory Management.

• Ergonomic analysis knowledge and experience.

The role is based in a manufacturing, production, and assembly environment. You will work in a dynamic setting where teamwork and collaboration are key to success.

This is a Contract position based out of Lima, OH.

The pay range for this position is $42.00 - $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)

This is a fully onsite position in Lima,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 24, 2025.

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.

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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