Process Engineering Leader

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Process Engineering Leader Job Description The Process Engineering Leader oversees daily manufacturing operations while driving process consistency, technical problem solving, and continuous improvement across composite fabrication and assembly. This position blends frontline leadership with hands-on engineering ownership to ensure that production workflows, tooling, and methods consistently support safety, quality, and delivery targets. The role partners closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to resolve process issues, implement improvements, and support new product or process introductions. The successful candidate brings a strong understanding of composite manufacturing processes and can translate engineering intent into efficient, repeatable shop-floor execution. Responsibilities Oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations within composite fabrication and assembly areas. Lead and drive process consistency across production lines to support reliable, repeatable manufacturing outcomes. Own and improve production workflows, tooling, and methods to meet safety, quality, and on-time delivery goals. Collaborate closely with engineering, quality, and operations teams to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve process issues. Lead technical problem solving on the shop floor, using structured methodologies such as Six Sigma or 5S where applicable. Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve process capability. Translate engineering intent, drawings, and specifications into practical, efficient, and standardized shop-floor processes. Support new product and new process introductions, ensuring that manufacturing processes are robust, documented, and scalable. Provide frontline leadership to production personnel, setting clear expectations and reinforcing best practices in process discipline. Ensure adherence to AS9100 quality standards and related manufacturing procedures within the production environment. Monitor process performance and key metrics, and implement corrective actions when performance deviates from targets. Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement on the manufacturing floor. Essential Skills Proven process engineering experience supporting manufacturing operations. Previous management or leadership experience in a production or engineering environment. Experience working within AS9100 or similar quality management systems. Practical experience with Six Sigma and/or 5S methodologies for process improvement. Engineering degree or equivalent technical education. Strong understanding of composite manufacturing processes and their application in a production setting. Ability to translate engineering requirements into efficient, repeatable shop-floor processes. Work Environment This position is primarily floor-based within a manufacturing environment, with regular time spent directly on the shop floor supporting composite fabrication and assembly processes. The role also includes office-based work for activities such as planning, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. The environment emphasizes solving real manufacturing and engineering challenges on the floor, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. The structure of the role supports clear expectations, performance-based growth, and ongoing career development. Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Holland, MI. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $43.00/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 Holland,MI.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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