Seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvement and cost reduction initiatives across production operations. This role manages multiple projects from concept through implementation, partnering with production, engineering, and leadership teams to improve performance, efficiency, and profitability.
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Lead projects focused on improving productivity, quality, throughput, and cost performance.
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Manage capital equipment and process improvement projects from planning and budgeting through execution and validation.
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Identify opportunities to optimize manufacturing processes, tooling, and operational efficiency.
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Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement efforts.
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Facilitate Kaizen events and cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements.
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Monitor project results and ensure gains are maintained over time.
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Collaborate with production teams to improve process capability, reduce waste, and achieve operational goals.
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Support forecasting, budgeting, and long-term operational planning.
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5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
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Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Track record of delivering process improvements, cost savings, and CapEx projects.
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Strong knowledge of manufacturing engineering principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
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Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or similar operational excellence tools.
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Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
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Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results with minimal supervision.
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Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
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Experience in stamping, die casting, molding, or other high-volume manufacturing environments.
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Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.
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Experience collaborating with Manufacturing Engineers, Process Technicians, and production leadership teams.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denison, TX.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/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 Denison,TX.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 15, 2026.
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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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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