Sr Lean Engineer

Corning; Reynosa; Presencial; MXN 420.000 - 720.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Exposure to advanced manufacturing

Collaborative work environment

Global career growth

Impact through continuous improvement

Descripción de la vacante

Corning Mexico is seeking a Senior Lean Engineer to lead continuous improvement across production and support areas. You will drive waste reduction, standard work, line balancing, and cost savings using Lean methods and data-driven decisions.

Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will coach Kaizen events, 5S, Gemba walks, and process capability improvement while ensuring safety, quality, and environmental compliance in a world-class manufacturing environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in Lean Manufacturing, CI, or Operational Excellence.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles and CI methodologies.
• Experience with Time Studies, OBC analysis, Standard Work, line balancing, and productivity.
• Proven use of KT, 5 Whys, 8D, A3, and DMAIC problem solving.
• Experience leading Kaizen, 5S, and Gemba activities; cost reduction focus.
• Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and cross-functional skills.
• Ability to deliver measurable manufacturing results.
• Advanced English preferred.
• Lean certification and/or Six Sigma belts; training exposure.

Responsabilidades

• Lead productivity, waste reduction, and cost-saving projects across operations.
• Conduct Time Studies, OBC analysis, Standard Work, and line balancing.
• Facilitate Kaizen, 5S, Gemba walks, and focused improvement projects.
• Apply KT, 5 Whys, 8D, A3, and DMAIC problem solving to issues.
• Monitor execution and sustainment of improvement efforts.
• Support process development and capital project readiness.
• Provide Lean coaching and training on tools and methods.
• Ensure EH&S compliance in all activities.

Conocimientos

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

Coaching and training

Advanced English communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial/ Manufacturing)

Lean Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Herramientas

AutoCAD

Layout design

Capital projects

Process implementation

Descripción del empleo

Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and leading impactful continuous improvement initiatives in a world-class manufacturing environment?

Join Corning and help transform operations through Lean Manufacturing principles, structured problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration. This is an exciting opportunity to make a measurable impact on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity while helping shape a culture of continuous improvement.

What is your role?

As a Senior Lean Engineer, you will lead and support continuous improvement initiatives across production and operational support areas. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, improve performance, and deliver sustainable business results through Lean methodologies and data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute productivity, waste reduction, and cost-saving projects across manufacturing operations.
• Conduct Time Studies, OBC analysis, Standard Work development, and line balancing to improve efficiency and operational performance.
• Facilitate and support Lean initiatives including Kaizen events, 5S activities, Gemba walks, and focused improvement projects.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as KT, 5 Whys, 8D, A3, and DMAIC to resolve material, process, and equipment challenges.
• Monitor project execution, results, and sustainment to ensure long-term success and business impact.
• Support process development, flow improvement, variability reduction, and capital improvement readiness activities.
• Deliver coaching and training on Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.
• Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety requirements in all improvement activities.

Experiences/Education - Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, or a related technical field.
• 3+ years of experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or Process Improvement roles.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with Time Studies, OBC analysis, Standard Work, line balancing, and productivity improvement.
• Proven experience applying KT, 5 Whys, 8D, A3, and DMAIC problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience leading or supporting Kaizen, 5S, Gemba, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Strong communication, facilitation, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to deliver measurable business results in a manufacturing environment.
• Advanced English communication skills preferred.
• Lean Certification and/or Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Experience delivering White Belt and Yellow Belt training.
• Knowledge of DOE, hypothesis testing, and process capability improvement.
• Experience with AutoCAD, layout design, capital projects, or new process implementation.

What we offer?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package above market standards.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact through continuous improvement and innovation.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at [e-mail] .