Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing EngineerJob DescriptionThe Kingston manufacturing operation is excited to build a new Manufacturing Engineering (MME) team. We are seeking a manufacturing engineer to join the site, focusing on production process support, process improvement, and technical problem-solving. Collaborate within cross-functional teams and benefit from technical management and supervision provided by the Operations Manager based in Mobile, with additional support from the MME unit in France.

Responsibilities

• Support production processes and improve their efficiency.
• Solve technical problems that may arise during production.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams involving production and engineering.
• Engage in process improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills

• Experience with production processes and process improvement.
• Competence in technical problem-solving.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams involving production and engineering.
• 1 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Aerospace experience is preferred but not required.
• Candidates from automotive or other manufacturing environments are acceptable if they possess relevant production-process experience.

Work EnvironmentThe position is located in a relatively rural location in Kingston, fostering a collaborative, cross-functional environment involving production, engineering, and remote leadership. The team will grow to include six engineers, a team leader, and a site leader, offering opportunities for career growth within a growing international manufacturing organization. Training and launch support will be provided by experienced colleagues from France. Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kinston, NC. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $37.00 - $44.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.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) Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Kinston, NC. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 23, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Kinston,NC.About Actalent

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