Continuous Improvement Engineer - Lean & Six Sigma

UPM Casting, S.A. de C.V.; Mexicali; On-site; MXN 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

UPM Casting, S.A. de C.V. is seeking a Technical Continuous Improvement Lead in Mexicali.

You will drive problem identification, improvement plans, and cost-controlled project delivery using 8D/A3 and DMAIC methodologies, while leading Kaizen and SMED activities to rapidly implement enhancements across melt and cast operations. The role requires a Engineering degree, 3+ years leading CI projects, and Siemens/LEAN tooling proficiency; Six Sigma Green Belt is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience leading Continuous Improvement programs and projects.
• Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.
• Technical skills in Lean Manufacturing tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated with good organizational skills requiring little supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and PC applications (Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Access).
• Proficient in Solidworks or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead identification and improvement resolution using 8D/A3 root cause analysis and DMAIC.
• Produce clear project action plans and timelines.
• Ensure projects delivered on time and on cost.
• Use Kaizen and SMED activities to rapidly deliver improvement.
• Create SOP/SWP/WI/SPC to support changes and new projects.
• Ensure new processes comply with RA, COSHH & PUWER.
• Use Optimat System for melt/cast yield data.
• Track and publish financial improvements and savings.
• Complete an Operational Green Belt project twice yearly.
• Support yield improvement, bar surface improvement, and metal recoveries.
• Support Concast process and refractory performance teams.
• Manage monthly/annual yield KPIs and identify new improvements.
• Support Green Belt projects site-wide.
• Perform other CI duties as advised by CI Manager.

Skills

Continuous Improvement leadership

Project management

Lean Manufacturing tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Minimum 3 years leading CI programs

Six Sigma Green Belt preferred

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

UPM Casting, S.A. de C.V. is seeking a Technical Continuous Improvement Lead in Mexicali.

You will drive problem identification, improvement plans, and cost-controlled project delivery using 8D/A3 and DMAIC methodologies, while leading Kaizen and SMED activities to rapidly implement enhancements across melt and cast operations. The role requires a Engineering degree, 3+ years leading CI projects, and Siemens/LEAN tooling proficiency; Six Sigma Green Belt is preferred.