Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionWe are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Burlington, NC. The ideal candidate will work to improve supply chain stability, ensuring smooth production operations and customer satisfaction. Under limited supervision, you will lead supplier crisis mitigation, manage supplier performance, and support other core business activities. You will also handle complex supplier situations and participate in broad scope projects.Responsibilities
Collaborate with suppliers and other business units to achieve supplier stability.
Minimize supplier touchpoints through optimized activities.
Clearly summarize each supplier situation, communicating issues, impacts, root causes, and countermeasures effectively.
Initiate and support situation appraisal and analysis of supplier crises on specific parts or assembly processes.
Coordinate and support the implementation of immediate corrective action plans at critical suppliers.
Support communication, interaction, and summary reviews with suppliers and management.
Engage in proactive projects such as capacity management and part non-conformances.
Complete reporting and onsite visit activities for root cause analysis and countermeasure implementation.
Engage in continuous improvement through Plan Do Check Action (PDCA) for areas of responsibility.
Essential Skills
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent related experience.
2-8 years of relevant engineering experience.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes including stamping, welding, assembly, material flow, electronics, casting, and machining.
Experience in troubleshooting manufacturing, tooling, and processes.
Strong supplier experience and good communication skills.
Self-motivated and disciplined.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience within a manufacturing facility.
Ability to work with suppliers, identify issues, and implement solutions.
Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time, mostly within the US, with potential travel to Europe.
Ability to obtain a passport.
Experience in stamping, forging, manufacturing, welding, and fabrication is a plus.
Experience with AS9100 is not required but is a plus.
Work EnvironmentThe role requires a strong sense of urgency and flexibility to respond to critical issues and unplanned risk events. You must be able to travel at a moment's notice to confirm supplier situations (50% travel time). You will work in an open office environment, at supplier operations, or conduct business virtually. The role may require working 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts on a limited basis to support on-site supplier crises. Additionally, you may need to work up to 5-15 extra hours each week as needed. Relocation assistance and a bonus are provided. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $95000.00Health, Dental, Vision, 401K 8%. Sixteen national holidays, Ten PTO days, Six sick days, Four personal days.Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Burlington,NC.Application DeadlineThis position will be accepting applications until Jan 20, 2025.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.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.