Manufacturing Engineer- US Citizen Due To ITAR Requirements

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer- 2nd shift 1pm-9pm schedule

Must Be US Citizen due to ITAR Requirements

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to join our fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role focuses on ensuring continuous operation of ballistic helmet manufacturing Value Streams by identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving line stoppage issues. The successful candidate will drive process stability and efficiency through root cause analysis and corrective actions, supporting second-shift production goals.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and respond to line stoppages in manufacturing related processes.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with production supervisors and operators to maintain throughput and quality standards.
• Update and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and troubleshooting guides.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, such as Lean and Kaizen, to enhance process efficiency.
• Coordinate with maintenance and controls engineering for equipment-related issues.
• Develop sources for and collaborate with vendors to develop specifications for tooling, equipment, parts, or materials.
• Assist operations on estimating staffing requirements, production times, and relative costs to provide data.
• Design, develop and implement fixtures and tooling that are consistent with low defect levels and low product cost.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of tool drawings and equipment design concepts, with R&D and quality assurance functions.
• Provide engineering support to the production department to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems.
• Lead the implementation into manufacturing of new, changed, or improved products.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot production processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and root cause analysis tools.
• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with composite material manufacturing.
• Familiarity with automated assembly systems and PLC-controlled equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Solidworks) for fixture or tooling adjustments.
• Exposure to TPS/Kaizen methodologies.
• Hands-on experience with process optimization and continuous improvement projects.

Work Environment

This position is on the second shift from 1-9 PM. The work environment is a recently remodeled facility featuring a game room area and an extremely clean manufacturing environment. The role involves overseeing a fast-paced manufacturing process that directly impacts lives. The day-to-day activities include spending 80% of the time on the floor responding to machines and setting up, and 20% at the desk. The facility embraces a culture of continuous improvement and innovation, with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cleveland, OH.

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)

This is a fully onsite position in Cleveland,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 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.