Description
Job Description Perform detailed engineering activities necessary to economically manufacture and assemble components, including selecting methods, tooling, gaging, and equipment to produce components specified by marketing and product engineering. Essential Functions - Coordinate manufacturing feasibility of new or existing products and recommend methods for manufacturing economies. - Determine what machining method is most effective for the required product finish, tolerance, and quality. Also determine what assembly method is the most effective to build a quality product. - Give technical direction for initiating and maintaining production capability of assigned components. - Direct the procurement of specialized tools, fixtures and gauges by evaluating design concepts, initiating tool orders, and justifying expenditures. Support tooling, setup & related production requirements. - Establish processes including programming of CNC machines, requesting and approving tooling and equipment, and originating operation instruction sheets in order to produce the product in a safe and economical manner. - Provide manufacturing support documentation necessary for each operation. - Maintain knowledge of current and emerging technology through professional societies, periodicals, and vendor contacts. - Analyze the manufacturing impact of vendor evaluations and participate in vendor selection decisions. - Understand and drive the implementation of all appropriate elements of the Lean System. - Maintain a constant search for identifiable and measurable cost reductions through scrap analysis, technology applications, design modifications, and improved labor utilization. Prepare cost estimates and justifications, as necessary. - Recommend DMR disposition and rework procedures. - Provide shop support for tooling, setup, and production requirements. - Assist Supervisors in areas of responsibility in training new employees. - Provide necessary interdepartmental communication between Engineering Production, Production Control, and others to accomplish assigned goals and objectives. - Provide assistance & support to production supervisors in areas of employee on-the-job training needs. - Perform other related tasks and assignments, as necessary. Travel requirements: Up to 10%
Skills
Manufacturing engineering, cnc machining, tooling, lean manufacturing, six sigma, metal parts, tool design, Continuous improvement, Design
Top Skills Details
Manufacturing engineering,cnc machining,tooling,lean manufacturing,six sigma
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Critical Skills - Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with others. - Demonstrated ability to optimize time management, prioritize, and function in a highly organized manner. - Four year Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering related degree. - Manufacturing engineering experience (technical knowledge of CNC machining, tooling, tool design, and gaging for metal cutting applications) preferred. - Demonstrated ability to optimize time management, prioritize, and function in a highly organized manner. - PC Skills: Proficiency in CAD software, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, MS Outlook, etc. - Demonstrated ability to drive several major projects at once while establishing and changing priorities as conditions dictate. - Demonstrated strong experience in supporting and implementing lean manufacturing concepts and Six Sigma activities. - Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with others. - Demonstrated Technical writing ability. - Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and an effective leader of multi-functional teams comprised of people from all levels within the organization - All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Basic Qualifications - A bachelor's degree Engineering from an accredited institution. - All candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering - Demonstrated ability to optimize time management, prioritize, and function in a highly organized manner. - Knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing tools.
Experience Level
Intermediate Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Shawnee,OK.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Aug 25, 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.
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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