Manufacturing Engineer

ALTEN Technology•Kinston, NC

About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Manufacturing Engineer to support production excellence through process validation, cycle time analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment, conducting time studies, identifying process inefficiencies, and implementing data-driven improvements. This individual will work closely with production, quality, logistics, and planning teams to ensure manufacturing processes are efficient, standardized, and aligned with operational goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience in a manufacturing, production, or shop floor environment.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing and industrial engineering principles.
Experience conducting cycle time analyses, time studies, and root cause investigations.
Proficiency with SAP or similar ERP systems used in manufacturing operations.
Ability to perform data analysis and translate findings into actionable process improvement recommendations.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, waste reduction techniques, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Familiarity with Six Sigma tools and methodologies is preferred.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Six Sigma tools and methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct regular shop floor observations to evaluate production execution and verify compliance with established manufacturing processes and standards.
Perform cycle time studies and validate operational cycle times against planned production standards.
Analyze gaps between planned and actual cycle times, identifying root causes of deviations and inefficiencies.
Utilize Pareto analysis and other analytical tools to prioritize process improvement opportunities and quantify performance gaps.
Develop and recommend corrective action plans to address cycle time losses and improve overall manufacturing performance.
Identify non-value-added activities and opportunities to reduce waste, improve productivity, and increase throughput.
Assess production execution against planned schedules and support corrective actions when performance gaps are identified.
Maintain and update manufacturing routing data, cycle times, and operational information within SAP or similar ERP systems.
Support industrial performance assessments through accurate data analysis and reporting.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including production, quality, logistics, and planning to drive operational improvements.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and process standardization.
Foster strong working relationships and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.