Continuous Improvement Engineer

Avon Technologies plc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes. In this role, you will leverage Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify inefficiencies and implement strategies that boost productivity and quality. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will manage improvement projects and educate staff on best practices, ensuring operational excellence. This position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the organization's success. If you are passionate about driving efficiency and quality in manufacturing, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Compensation Package

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning and Development Initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a Continuous Improvement Engineer.
• Proven experience in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyze workflows and implement improvement strategies.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and educate employees.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data Analysis

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Cost Reduction Strategies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Position: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Cleveland, OH

Job Id: 889

# of Openings: 1

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Cleveland, OH

Business Unit: Team Wendy

We are a world leader in protective equipment, with a reputation for innovative design, high-performance quality and specialist materials expertise. Our two brands, Avon Protection and Team Wendy, supply our respiratory and head protection portfolio to customers across the globe from our manufacturing sites in the UK and North America. With over 900 talented people, our shared purpose and core beliefs are to be #FIERCE about Protecting Lives. It's why we come to work - and it's what motivates us, every day, to do the best work we can.

Purpose of Position:

We are currently in search of a highly motivated Continuous Improvement Engineer who will be responsible for driving the improvement of manufacturing and production processes. The ideal candidate will utilize lean manufacturing principles and other advanced improvement concepts to optimize operational efficiency. As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be responsible for analyzing processes, identifying inefficiencies, and implementing strategies to improve productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness within an organization. This role involves using Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Optimization: Analyze current workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement improvement strategies.
• Lean & Six Sigma Implementation: Utilize methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Data Analysis: Collect and interpret data to measure process performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments (production, quality, supply chain, etc.) to implement process improvements.
• Project Management: Lead and manage continuous improvement projects from inception to execution.
• Training & Development: Educate employees on best practices, process improvements, and lean methodologies.
• Root Cause Analysis: Investigate issues, determine root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress and ensure continuous enhancement of processes.
• Automation & Technology Integration: Identify opportunities to implement automation and digital solutions for process efficiency.
• Cost Reduction Initiatives: Develop and execute strategies to reduce waste, improve resource utilization, and lower operational costs.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Continuous Improvement Engineer.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other related field.
• Demonstrated experience in working with operations to enable cost savings and product quality improvement.
• Proven experience in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.
• Excellent project management abilities, with a track record of successfully leading improvement initiatives.
• Experience with products through the full product lifecycle.
• Background in product development/manufacturing process.
• Experience with ISO 9001 requirements.
• Experience with Manufacturing scale up processes.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Compensation Package
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development Initiatives

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status).

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $90,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.