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Manufacturing Engineer

Sandoval, IL · On-site

$72K - $82K/yr

May manage various sizes of Altec projects and/or act as Team Lead. * Develops and maintains ... Additional responsibilities will include general manufacturing support, plant layout and process ...

Altec Jobs Information

Do workers at Altec get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
73% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Does Altec pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
38% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

At Altec, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
73% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from Altec affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
96% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Altec?

Most people get paid time off work.
92% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 50 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 92% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 8% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

Do workers at Altec worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
82% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do Altec workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
41% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between February 2025 and February 2026.

How easy is it for Altec workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
58% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and February 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Altec?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 46 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do Altec managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at Altec spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
10% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Altec?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
92% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is a Altec job good for students?

Most students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
100% of students report this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and March 2026.

Is working at Altec good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
77% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at Altec feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
71% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Altec get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
84% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 49 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Altec?

Some people feel stressed here.
63% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Altec enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
71% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 41 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people at Altec recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
43% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 51 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Altec?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
52% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Altec?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 35% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do people think Altec’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
71% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 45 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Altec is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
79% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 47 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between August 2025 and August 2026.

What are the most popular categories at Altec?

Infographic showing various Plant Manager job openings at Altec in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 88% Full Time, and 6% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Manufacturing Engineer

Altec

Sandoval, IL • On-site

$72K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Altec rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

130th of 494 rated machine equipment manufacturers


Job description

Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
  • Ensures manufacturing is building product in conformance to current engineering documentation
  • Reviews the design of components and parts for design-for-manufacturability
  • Monitors costs, manpower efficiency, machine capability, space utilization, etc. and recommend as appropriate revisions in manufacturing methods
  • Participates and leads continuous improvement efforts in the areas of Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, and Productivity
  • Leads the integration of new designs into Manufacturing
  • Drives implementation of capital projects
  • Participates and contribute productively as part of Altec's team-oriented design, manufacture, and customer service/support efforts
  • Operates with some decision-making latitude within the scope of an assignment
  • Knows and applies fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures in the engineering field
  • Supports Operations, Sales, and Service
  • Interfaces directly with Suppliers and Customers
  • Utilizes Lean principles to improve our products and processes
  • May manage various sizes of Altec projects and/or act as Team Lead.
  • Develops and maintains manufacturing work instructions

Basic Qualifications
Qualifications: (Note: if the selected candidate meets the qualifications of a higher level in the Engineering Career Path, the level of this position may be adjusted upward).
ABET EAC certified degree in Engineering required
  • A degree in one of the following majors preferred:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Agricultural Engineering
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • At least 2 years of lean manufacturing engineering experience (preferred)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must be able to work with team members and work with minimal supervision
  • Must be willing to travel up to 25% of the time, potentially on short notice, which may include flying

Benefits
Customer First - Enjoyment of Work - Family- Financial Stability - Integrity - People Are Our Greatest Strength - Quality - Spiritual Development - Teamwork
Altec offers a competitive salary that rewards performance and dedication, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
  • Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Program
  • Retirement 401(k) Program
  • Vacation and Holidays
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Employee Assistance and Mental Health/Substance Abuse Program
  • Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

Your Organization
Opportunity
Altec Fenex has just announced an opening for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join the team! Located approximately one hour east of Saint Louis, MO in Sandoval, IL, Altec Fenex is poised to experience tremendous growth in 2023 and for years to come.
Reporting to the General Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer will play a vital, visible role in planning and executing the production plan by helping teach and implement lean manufacturing practices at Altec Fenex! Additional responsibilities will include general manufacturing support, plant layout and process flow efficiency gains, implementing improvements pertaining to production support documentation, and working with the Product Engineering team to identify and implement manufacturability improvements through innovative designs and assembly processes.
If you would like to join our dedicated team, where your experience and passion for lean manufacturing can make a tremendous impact at this exciting time of growth and opportunity, please consider applying today!
Why Join Altec?
More about Altec Fenex:
Building on over 30 years of growth and success, Altec Fenex specializes in the design, manufacture, sale, and service of fiber optic cable splicing equipment and underground utility support systems supporting Telecom and Utility customers all over the United States. Altec Fenex is an innovative, financially sound company that is leading the industry and setting the standard of excellence.
EEO Statement
Altec Industries, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Altec strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.
Pay Transparency
Pay range: $72,800 to $82,900 annually. We are committed to fair and competitive pay for all associates based on their experience, education, and qualifications.
Should the selected candidate meet the qualifications of a more experienced level in the career path, the job level may be adjusted.

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