Continuous Improvement Engineer II
A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer II to drive operational excellence initiatives across a high-volume production environment. This role will be responsible for identifying process improvement opportunities, leading cross-functional projects, and implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and generate measurable cost savings.
- Lead and facilitate Continuous Improvement events, including Kaizen initiatives, value stream mapping, loss elimination, and process optimization projects.
- Drive Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve productivity, quality, and operational performance.
- Partner with production, engineering, and operational teams to develop and implement improved workflows and standardized processes.
- Train and support employees on Lean principles, problem-solving methodologies, and best practices.
- Identify and execute projects that support annual operational improvement and cost reduction goals.
- Track and report Continuous Improvement project results and savings initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline.
- Minimum 5 years of experience within a manufacturing environment.
- At least 3 years of experience leading Continuous Improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies.
- Proven project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience using data to drive decision-making.
Preferred Experience
- Experience supporting manufacturing excellence programs.
- Background in process optimization, operational excellence, or industrial engineering environments.
- Exposure to data analysis and performance improvement initiatives.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Continuous Improvement professional looking to make a measurable impact by driving efficiency, reducing operational losses, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within a growing manufacturing organization.
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