Manufacturing Engineer Job at Actalent in Rockford

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The pay range for this position is $85,000.00 - $100,000.00/yr.

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve processes for production efficiency and quality.
• Troubleshoot process and tooling issues on the production floor.
• Design and specify tooling and equipment for new and existing parts.
• Work with Quality and Production teams to reduce scrap and downtime.
• Analyze production data and recommend improvements.
• Assist with machine setup procedures and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Support new product development and process validation.
• Collaborate with customers and vendors on technical requirements and improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 2–5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks or similar).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, SPC, and root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working closely with various teams to ensure high-quality production. This is a fully onsite position in Rockford, IL.

Pay And Benefits

• 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)

Job Details

• Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

About Actalent

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 21, 2025.