About this role
Job Title: Process Manufacturing Engineer / Set-Up TechnicianJob DescriptionThe Process Manufacturing Engineer / Set-Up Technician sets up, validates, and optimizes complex CNC machining operations, including true 5-axis machining centers, multi-axis mills, and CNC lathes. This role acts as a technical leader on the shop floor, driving process improvements, troubleshooting manufacturing challenges, and supporting projects from programming through production launch. The position also offers growth into broader manufacturing engineering responsibilities through CamWorks training and ongoing process development work. Responsibilities • Set up, prove out, and optimize true 5-axis CNC machining centers, multi-axis mills, and CNC lathes for production. • Validate new and existing CNC machining processes to ensure repeatability, quality, and efficiency. • Develop and refine CNC programs, working from engineering drawings and models to achieve robust machining processes. • Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex machining and process issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives in machining processes, tooling strategies, and setups to improve cycle time, quality, and throughput. • Support manufacturing engineering projects, including process validation, tooling selection, and fixture design reviews. • Contribute to production launches and new product introductions by developing and stabilizing machining processes prior to full-scale production. • Train and support operators and other personnel on proper CNC setup, operation, and process best practices. • Collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure that machining processes align with design intent and quality requirements. • Maintain accurate documentation of setups, process parameters, and improvements to support repeatable production. Essential Skills • 3–5+ years of experience in a process or manufacturing engineering role, with a strong focus on CNC machining. • Extensive hands-on experience independently setting up, proving out, and optimizing true 5-axis CNC machining centers. • Proficiency in CNC programming and working with CNC programs for complex parts and operations. • Experience with CAM software, such as CamWorks or other comparable CAM platforms. • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, tooling specifications, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements. • SolidWorks experience for working with 3D models and supporting manufacturing processes. • Experience in process development, continuous improvement, or manufacturing engineering projects. • Experience supporting production launches and new product introductions from a machining and process standpoint. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with CamWorks specifically, or the ability and willingness to develop advanced skills in CamWorks. • Background in process validation, including documenting and verifying machining processes for consistency and quality. • Exposure to tooling selection and fixture design reviews to ensure stable and efficient machining processes. • Interest in growing into a broader manufacturing engineering role through ongoing training and project responsibilities. • Strong problem-solving mindset and the ability to lead technical discussions on process improvements. Work EnvironmentThis role operates in a precision manufacturing environment with advanced CNC machining equipment, including true 5-axis machining centers, multi-axis mills, and CNC lathes. You will work closely with production, engineering, and programming teams, moving regularly between the shop floor and technical workstations used for CAM programming and SolidWorks. The environment emphasizes process optimization, continuous improvement, and collaboration to support production launches and new product introductions. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Daytona Beach, FL. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $41.00 - $58.00/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) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Daytona Beach,FL. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 10, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.
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