Industrial Engineering Manager

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Actalent
An engineering and sciences services and talent solutions firm connecting specialized experts with industry projects.
Lead Lean Six Sigma initiatives and manage facility operations for manufacturing
7 days ago ago
$70 - $85
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Riverside, CA
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Technical consultation
Performance analysis
Physical development
Injury prevention and recuperation
Sports psychology
360° Marketing
Consultancy with clubs and sporting entities
Legal services
Sector Specialisms
Utilities
Power
Automotive
Food and Beverage
Consumer Products
Industrial Goods
Manufacturing
Mechanical Engineering
Role
What you would be doing
six sigma
workflow optimization
space layout
preventive maintenance
visual management
root cause
  • Lead Lean Six Sigma projects to improve manufacturing throughput, labor efficiency, and process flow.
  • Optimize manufacturing workflows for multiple product lines, including high-mix/low-flow and low-mix/high-flow production.
  • Lead cross-functional projects to drive operational improvements.
  • Design and implement an optimized manufacturing space layout to support production expansion.
  • Drive throughput improvements and labor hour reduction strategies.
  • Develop and implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and increase equipment reliability.
  • Apply Gemba principles to understand and solve shop floor challenges.
  • Ensure the facility layout supports scalability, efficiency, and safety.
  • Manage facility utilities, repairs, and safety compliance in alignment with operational needs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams on capital investment projects related to manufacturing infrastructure.
  • Ensure environmental, health, and safety (EHS) standards are met across the facility.
  • Develop Visual Management Systems to increase real-time production transparency.
  • Implement Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies to resolve production bottlenecks.
  • Oversee plant maintenance, facility operations, and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Work closely with leadership and be a key decision-maker in future growth initiatives.
  • Conduct Value Stream Mapping to identify inefficiencies and drive process enhancements.
What you bring
six sigma
black belt
industrial engineering
value stream
preventive maintenance
automotive
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
  • Hands-on, floor-focused leadership style – thrives in a manufacturing floor environment.
  • Strong experience in facility layout design, process improvement, and throughput optimization.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of Industrial Engineering and Lean Manufacturing experience in a high-mix, complex production environment.
  • Expertise in Value Stream Mapping, RCCA, Visual Management, and Gemba practices.
  • Strong facilities and maintenance management experience, including preventive maintenance strategies.
  • Experience in the automotive or transportation manufacturing industry.
  • Experience managing high-mix, low-flow and low-mix, high-flow production systems.
Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Short and long-term disability
  • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
  • Medical, dental & vision
  • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
  • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
  • Health Spending Account (HSA)
  • Transportation benefits
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
$1.3B Annual Revenue
Revenue Figure
Generated annually through a network of technical and consulting services.
27,500+ Consultants
Consultants Network
Comprises a global network of expert professionals across industries.
  • Born in July 2021 by merging Aerotek’s engineering & sciences arm with EASi, Actalent emerged as a focused engineering-and-science partner.
  • Backed by Allegis Group, it drives scale and speed to market via contract, managed, and technical services.
  • Headquartered in Maryland with global reach, it deploys specialized teams across North America, Europe, and APAC on Fortune 500 projects.
  • Typical engagements span EV design, vaccine development, lab services, clinical research, and infrastructure systems.
  • Expertise covers a wide spectrum: aerospace, defense, healthcare, manufacturing, software systems, environmental and civil engineering.
Culture + Values
  • We empower people to realize their full potential by providing opportunities to grow and learn.
  • We build lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and respect.
  • We champion innovation, continuously seeking creative solutions.
  • We are committed to delivering exceptional results for our clients and employees.
  • We foster a collaborative environment where team members contribute to collective success.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Target Year
The company has set a goal to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
  • focused on reducing its carbon footprint and enhancing environmental sustainability.
  • committed to making energy-efficient investments and improving operational practices for sustainability.
  • focuses on reducing waste and increasing recycling in its operations.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • This company prioritizes creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued.
  • The organization strives to increase gender diversity and empower women at all levels.
  • The company regularly monitors and tracks progress on gender-related diversity goals.
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