Continuous Improvement Engineer

Oldcastlebuildingenvelope; Albertville (MN); On-site; USD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry competitive benefits

PTO and holidays

Pay-for-performance culture

Job summary

Oldcastlebuildingenvelope in Albertville, MN, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to enhance business processes and drive operational efficiencies. This role involves conducting audits, leading Kaizen events, and utilizing problem-solving tools to ensure high quality and compliance in new product launches.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies. Strong knowledge of ISO standards is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience with mechanical or manufacturing processes.
• Working understanding of problem-solving tools and lean principles.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Value Stream Mapping and time studies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiencies.
• Develop and maintain training documents for workforce competency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Problem solving tools (5-Why, A3, Logic Tree)

Statistical analysis

Continuous improvement methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

ISO-9000

TS-16949 Quality System

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer

The Continuous Improvement Engineer focuses on business processes, new product development projects, supplier improvement efforts, and customer/product issues and reports to the OpEx Manager.

Responsibilities

• Value Stream Mapping processes, time studies, leading Kaizen events, creating Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, develop: PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, and Job Element Sheets, conducting root cause analysis using 5-Why, Cause and Effect Diagram, A3 tools, New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, creating test validation plans, Gauge Studies, and perform statistical analysis.
• Identify and eliminate WASTE through lean manufacturing principles; leading continuous improvement initiatives that drive measurable operational efficiencies across the facility.
• Create and maintain preventive maintenance checklists and schedules to ensure equipment reliability and uptime; document and evolve equipment troubleshooting guides to support frontline problem resolution.
• Develop training documents and maintain the training matrix to ensure workforce competency, standardization and compliance across all applicable roles.
• Assist with AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) reports, supporting capital project justification and process improvement investments.
• Use voice of the customer information to drive decision making; strong understanding of problem-solving tools (5-Why, Logic Tree, Cause and Effect Diagram, A3, etc.) to determine root cause analysis and develop countermeasures.
• Resolve a wide range of issues creatively; ability to solve straightforward problems with a solid understanding of lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools and procedures; understands key business drivers to accomplish own work.
• Conduct audits, write audit reports, distribute reports, follow up on non-conformances; create, manage and distribute Quality Alerts.
• Function as the Quality Assurance representative for the review and approval of CAPAs, Deviations, MDRs, Validations and QWC; implement and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System.
• Support the creation of quality documents for new product launches; conduct inspections, testing and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with OBE and industry standards.
• Respond to and follow up on customer complaints.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, mechanical, manufacturing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience and knowledge in Toyota Production Systems, mechanical and/or manufacturing processes, an understanding of drawings, specifications and standards, familiarity with machined parts and their manufacturing processes, and a background in continuous improvement; ISO-9000 and/or TS-16949 Quality System experience beneficial
• Demonstrates a working understanding of general business principles
• CQE, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience preferred; Quality Engineer certification through ASQ preferred

Pay Range

$73,000 — $85,000 USD

Benefits

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.