Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer SupervisorJob Description

In this role, you will lead sustained improvements in safety, quality, production, material procurement, and cost reduction while carrying out daily supervisory responsibilities. Success in the department relies heavily on effective project management, clear communication, and strong collaboration with support groups. You will apply CORE, lean, and other continuous improvement techniques to develop and implement initiatives that enhance quality, throughput, and delivery integrity. Additionally, you will provide leadership and guidance to a multi-skilled team engaged in the manufacture and repair of jet engine components, ensuring all employees are properly trained and work safely in accordance with environmental requirements. The position requires fair and consistent execution of business decisions, including holding regular toolbox meetings, maintaining two-way communication, and reinforcing organizational goals. You will be responsible for making minor system or process adjustments to resolve issues and improve work-area effectiveness, while establishing day-to-day operational objectives for the team. A solid understanding of management fundamentals—such as work scheduling, prioritization, coaching, and process execution—is essential for success.

ResponsibilitiesApply CORE, lean and other continuous improvement techniques to develop and implement process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing quality, throughput, and delivery integrity.Provide leadership and guidance to a multi-skilled group of team members engaged in the manufacture and repair of jet engine components.Ensure employees are adequately trained and work in a safe and environmentally sound manner.Execute business decisions fairly, hold regular toolbox meetings, provide two-way communications, and consistently apply policy/work rules.Clearly and consistently communicate organizational goals and objectives.Bridge business objectives across three operating shifts.Requires availability on all shifts.Support all legal obligations such as United States Government contracting and Administration of FAA policies and procedures.Responsible for making minor changes in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of the work area.Set day-to-day operational objectives for the team.Understand basic management approaches such as work scheduling, prioritizing, coaching, and process execution.Essential SkillsContinuous improvementLean manufacturingSupervisionDegree1+ years leading in a manufacturing settingLean/continuous improvement experienceMicrosoft OfficeAdditional Skills & QualificationsSAP experienceExperience with teamwork, demonstrated through a degree or athletic experienceWork Environment

Work hours are from 2 PM to 10 PM, Monday to Friday, on the second shift. You will oversee a team of 15-20 people in a cell, which may include a mid-operation cell, front operation cell, or repair area. Employees gain access to Udemy courses after six months of employment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lansing, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.07 - $64.90/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 Lansing,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 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.

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