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Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description

This position will work cross-functionally to support the start-up of a new facility in Cedar Rapids. The role will lead efforts to add thermoforming and plastic trimming processes to the new site. The Process Engineer will provide hands-on expertise as a member of the Manufacturing Engineering team. Responsibilities include specifying, purchasing, installing, and starting up new assets for the fabrication of thermoformed parts. After the start-up is completed, the role will focus on maintaining production performance and executing continuous improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Support the start-up of the new Cedar Rapids facility.

• Lead efforts to add thermoforming and plastic trimming processes.

• Specify, purchase, install, and start up new assets for thermoformed parts fabrication.

• Maintain production performance post start-up.

• Identify and execute continuous improvement projects.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• 4+ years of manufacturing experience with process engineering on sheet metal and plastic equipment

• Experience with Lean Methodologies or Continuous Process Improvement

• Proficiency in CAD/AutoCAD software

• Understanding of plastics properties

• Experience in functional safety lifecycle

• Project Management skills

Work Environment

The first year will be 100% office-based for process planning and analysis. Once equipment arrives, the role will be 100% on the floor to get machines up and running. Following this, the role will transition to focus more on continuous improvement and capital projects. The work environment will involve new building and start-up activities, with opportunities for career growth and stability. The facility is family-owned, and the owner is committed to investing in the things that matter.

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.

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