Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

• Monroe, OH
• Days Monday - Friday
• Automotive Component Manufacturer
• $100,000 - $120,000
• This position will require travelling to other company sites across OH, IL, KY

We are working with a leading Automotive Components Manufacturer who is currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to join their team on day shift. This is a full-time, permanent positions offering excellent long-term career potential, competitive salary, and a full benefits package.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Serve as the Continuous Improvement subject matter expert.
• Schedule and participate in kaizen events including activities in cycle time analysis, brainstorming, problem-solving, standard work, set up reduction, 5S, cell layout, visual management, and error-proofing activities in the plants
• Coach, train, mentor plant CI team members around TPS/CI principles
• Support best practice implementation/standardization at all plants through consistent communication and visits to other company facilities
• Assist production operations to drive improvement in manufacturing efficiencies for all plants using process improvement tactics, lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
• Update/maintain all CI procedures and standards within the Docushare database.
• Assist with product launch activities at the plants to ensure processes are developed to meet all cost sheet KPI’s (labor content, cycle time/PPH, and scrap levels).
• Maintain system to supply product launch trial production data for launch report card system maintenance.
• Provide clear work instructions, training, and design systems to promote sustainability of improvements.
• Support Agile tasks related to product launch inputs such as environmental/safety analysis, process layout, trial reports, and PFMEA’s.
• Supply feedback to DG Project and Tooling Engineering Managers to ensure equipment and tooling standards are updated based on best practices that have been implemented at the plants.
• Promote and drive efficiency and safety at the plants.

Qualifications & Experience required:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) or equivalent from an accredited college or university; and five to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent TPS/CI skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and train other Team Members.
• High level of technical aptitude – strong understanding of systems, equipment, and processes.
• Hands-on experience and ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet, AutoCAD & Design software.
• Team Member must have knowledge and understanding of the following: TPS/CI principles, Lean Manufacturing
• Proficient in AutoCAD

How to Apply:

• Contact: James Walden
• 215-999-6430, [email protected]
• Job reference number: 2511
• Or click ‘Apply’ to submit your interest

This position is commutable from: Monroe, Middletown, Hamilton, Mason, Westchester, Lebanon, Fairfield

Relevant Job Titles: "Continuous Improvement Specialist", "Continuous Improvement Manager", "Continuous Improvement Analyst", "Continuous Improvement Coordinator", "Continuous Improvement Consultant", "Lean Manufacturing Engineer", "Lean Six Sigma Engineer", "Lean Process Engineer", "Process Engineer", "Manufacturing Engineer"

Please note: All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the USA. Unfortunately, our client is unable to offer sponsorship or visa support for this role.

Due to the volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Axion Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person