Industrial Engineer

Industrial Engineer

Job Description

The Industrial Engineer is a key problem-solver, change agent, resource, designer, and project manager. You will be responsible for driving manufacturing initiatives, including Process Flows, Value Stream Mapping, 5S methodologies, and evaluation of large data sets. Your objective will be to provide new, more streamlined processes and efficiencies for the plant.

Responsibilities

• Drive manufacturing initiatives including Process Flows and Value Stream Mapping.
• Implement and maintain 5S methodologies.
• Evaluate large data sets to identify process improvements.
• Design and manage engineering projects to enhance manufacturing processes.
• Conduct time studies and implement lean manufacturing techniques.
• Ensure continuous improvement through Lean Six Sigma methodologies.
• Collaborate with production support teams to optimize process flows and line balancing.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 4+ years of experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement techniques.
• Strong skills in process flow design and time studies.
• Experience with manufacturing engineering and process improvement.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and project management.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in tooling design and engineering.
• Knowledge of OEE and data evaluation for process improvement.
• Experience with change process flow and manufacturing processes.

Work Environment

This role is located in a large manufacturing facility of nearly 500,000 square feet, specializing in sheet metal fabrication for shelving units. The environment is somewhat noisy due to fabrication and production lines. Engineers will primarily work on the manufacturing floor but will have office spaces for meetings and desk work. The facility offers a flexible work schedule, a casual dress code, and a laid-back work environment. Benefits include competitive medical, dental, and vision packages from the first day, an onsite health clinic, and company bonus potential. Additionally, there is a strong focus on career development and upward mobility.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Omaha, NE.

The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/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 Omaha,NE.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is 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

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.