Lean Manufacturing Optimization Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Lean Manufacturing Optimization Engineer Job Description

Lead industrialization and change-management efforts that strengthen product quality, process reliability, and operational efficiency across the facility. Ensure new and existing products are introduced and modified effectively by reviewing proposed changes, validating technical requirements, and implementing best-in-class manufacturing practices. Drive measurable improvement by identifying opportunities through quality and productivity metrics, applying Lean and Six Sigma tools, leading kaizen events, and executing cost-reduction and process-optimization initiatives. Evaluate new equipment and technologies for potential application, support engineering analysis to resolve complex manufacturing, installation, and service challenges, and provide technical product and process expertise across the facility. Collaborate with mechanical and electrical engineering, supplier development, operations, field experts, and product and process management, along with coordinating third-party contractors when needed.

• Lead kaizen events, apply Lean/Six Sigma tools, drive waste reduction, improve flow, and execute cost-reduction and process-optimization initiatives using quality and productivity metrics.
• Lead industrialization efforts, validate product changes, support new product implementation, and manage change-management activities across the facility.
• Analyze and resolve complex manufacturing, installation, and service issues; support engineering analysis; and provide technical product and process expertise.
• Assess new equipment and process technologies for potential application in products and manufacturing operations.
• Partner with engineering, supplier development, operations, field teams, and product/process management, and coordinate third-party contractors for change-related or improvement activities.

• Manufacturing engineering
• Process optimization
• Process improvement
• Technical engineering
• 5 years of engineering fundamentals (mechanical and electrical; print reading)
• 5 years of supply chain and industrialization knowhow and experience
• 5 years of analytical competency (data mining, problem analysis; strong Excel skills)
• 5 years of strong communication and interpersonal skills
• 1 year of SAP knowledge of material management, including design and implementation

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Systems / Engineering

Located in Clinton, North Carolina.

This is a Permanent position based out of Clinton, NC.

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $110000.00/yr.

Health & Insurance Medical, dental, and vision insurance available from day one of employment Life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) 401(k) plan with company match, reported as fully vested and up to ~7% of compensation in U.S. roles Profit sharing

This is a fully onsite position in Clinton,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

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.

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.