Continuous Improvement - Continuous Improvement Engineer

Clear Destination Inc.; Northern, Wisconsin Rapids (KY, WI); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Destination Inc. seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead and coordinate process improvement actions across the Matalco production system.

The role emphasizes hands-on Kaizen workshops, data-driven standardization, and collaboration with facilities leadership to improve safety, quality, and cycle times. Experience with Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytics (Excel, Minitab) is essential for driving meaningful improvements that support cost reduction and better delivery metrics across

Qualifications

• BS in technical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 5 years continuous improvement related.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and lead improvement workshops (Kaizen) and projects utilizing continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Drive and promote data driven process standardization, optimization, and innovation aligned with the continuous improvement strategic plan; foster a safety-focused culture of trust and teamwork between and within facilities and departments impacted by improvement projects.
• Analyze key performance metrics/KPI’s for trends, identify process improvement opportunities and develop visual communications systems, reports, and dashboards to capture and communicate the impact of the continuous improvement accomplishments.
• Deliver continuous improvement training, coaching, and mentoring to facilitate knowledge sharing, growth, and development across all Matalco facilities
• Lead improvement projects focused on key plant metrics such as safety, quality, cycle time, delivery, and equipment downtime to generate growth opportunities and positively impact company financials.
• Collaborate and align with members of the local and corporate leadership teams to promote a culture of continuous improvement and positive change; Challenge and change paradigms that inhibit the development and growth of the continuous improvement efforts.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Data analysis

Excel

Minitab

Kaizen/Lean Manufacturing

Education

BS in technical discipline

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will lead, support and coordinate hands‑on process improvement actions focused on the growth and development of the Matalco production system.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in technical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education
• 5 years continuous improvement related
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Preferred Qualifications

• BS in Industrial, Mechanical, or other Engineering Discipline
• 10 years continuous improvement related
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Job-Specific Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated understanding and successful application of continuous improvement tools and techniques including Lean and Six Sigma; proficient in data collection, analysis, and decision‑making utilizing data software packages such as Excel and Minitab; proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and lead improvement workshops (Kaizen) and projects utilizing continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Drive and promote data driven process standardization, optimization, and innovation aligned with the continuous improvement strategic plan; foster a safety-focused culture of trust and teamwork between and within facilities and departments impacted by improvement projects.
• Analyze key performance metrics/KPI’s for trends, identify process improvement opportunities and develop visual communications systems, reports, and dashboards to capture and communicate the impact of the continuous improvement accomplishments.
• Deliver continuous improvement training, coaching, and mentoring to facilitate knowledge sharing, growth, and development across all Matalco facilities
• Lead improvement projects focused on key plant metrics such as safety, quality, cycle time, delivery, and equipment downtime to generate growth opportunities and positively impact company financials.
• Collaborate and align with members of the local and corporate leadership teams to promote a culture of continuous improvement and positive change; Challenge and change paradigms that inhibit the development and growth of the continuous improvement efforts.