Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician position works closely with the production and process engineering groups to support and improve manufacturing operations, including troubleshooting equipment and resolving process issues. The candidate will also contribute to R&D activities, toll testing, and processing of customer materials. Specific activities include the operation of crushing, screening, and milling equipment. Good mechanical, communication, and written skills are necessary, as is a strong technical aptitude.

• Operate various crushing, screening, milling, and calcining equipment.
• Load and unload, set up, and program various box, shuttle, and pusher furnaces.
• Conduct testing including sieve analysis, laser particle size measurement, and density testing.
• Handle materials using lift trucks, and manage packaging and shipping processes.
• Maintain accurate and concise record keeping.
• Interface with engineers, maintenance, production, and customer service teams.
• Assist in R&D activities, including new process scale-up and product development, producing samples, and submitting them for analytical testing.

• Quality check experience.
• Production experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Materials handling expertise.
• Proficient in record keeping.
• Forklift operation skills.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented.
• Strong verbal and oral communication skills.
• Good mathematical skills and basic computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, database programs).
• Ability to work with precision and accuracy.
• Effective time management skills to manage priorities and production requirements.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Diagnose and perform minor repairs on pilot plant equipment using basic tools.

• Associate's degree in a technical field or equivalent combination of education and experience as a lead production operator or manufacturing technician.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Safe loading or unloading and material handling using a forklift or hand truck; fork truck certification preferred.

The position is based in a manufacturing setting, providing space to conduct smaller scale customer orders. The role also involves R&D work with current business operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Niagara Falls, NY.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $26.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Niagara Falls,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 9, 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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