Manufacturing Engineer | Continuous Improvement

My client is looking to add a Manufacturing Engineer to their team who will leverage lean manufacturing principles to improve product quality, shorten lead times, and drive overall operational efficiency. This position involves cross-functional collaboration to identify improvement opportunities and implement effective, sustainable solutions.

Client Details

My client is a niche manufacturer serving the consumer, medical, and construction sectors. With a team of 150 employees and a newly renovated production facility, they are targeting significant growth-aiming to double in size over the next five years. This Lean Manufacturing Engineer will play a critical role in advancing their production capabilities to support that expansion. Widely recognized as the industry leader in their product category, the company is well-positioned to strengthen and extend its market dominance.

Description

• Analyze and enhance manufacturing processes related to assembly, testing, packaging, and logistics.
• Collaborate with teams at all levels to challenge existing practices and drive meaningful improvements.
• Utilize lean tools such as 5S, KPIs, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Kaizen, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Pareto analysis to implement process enhancements.
• Plan and design layouts for optimal space utilization, workflow, and workforce efficiency.
• Standardize processes and implement best practices along with performance metrics.
• Develop training materials for technical processes, including robotics and manual machine interfaces.
• Mentor and train employees on new processes and lean methodologies.

Profile

• A Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in lean engineering within a manufacturing environment; Belt certification in lean manufacturing is preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical skills to aggregate, interpret, and present data effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of conveying complex concepts clearly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems and database management.

Job Offer

• Base salary: $85,000-$105,000 depending on experience
• Bonus: 5%
• 2 Weeks PTO + 1 week sick time
• 401(k) match of 3%
• Annual profit sharing contribution
• 10 company holidays
• BCBS medical benefits - 2 plans: PPO or HMO
• Vision, Dental
• Paid trainings/certifications

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