Continuous Improvement Engineer

TriMas Packaging group; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in El Cajon seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to enhance operational efficiency through methodologies like Six Sigma and Lean. The role involves training staff, implementing process improvements, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and extensive experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Implement TPM, VSM, SPS and promote utilization of key process tools.
• Lead and train employees on continuous improvement methodologies.
• Track and improve OEE opportunities based on data analysis.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Communication Proficiency

Decision Making

Problem Solving/Analysis

Financial Management

Business Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Six Sigma

VSM

DMAIC

SPC

Kanban

Flow

OEE

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Company: RSA Engineered Products, LLC

Primary Location: 1451 N Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 USA

Employment Type: Salaried | Full-Time

Function: Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

Main Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Implement TPM, VSM, SPS and promote utilization of key process tools throughout the two facilities to identify and eliminate unfavorable gaps in performance tied to business KPIs.
• Develop and deploy DMS using structured problem-solving A4 Methodology.
• Lead, engage, and train employees on TOS and continuous improvement methodologies including but not limited to Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, OEE, and others. Partner with HR leadership on broader training plans and processes.
• Track and improve OEE opportunities, including downtime results, data integrity, and developing improvement plans based on data analysis.
• Ensure the system support highlights the right issues and employees are assigned to address root causes impacting performance.
• Establish and manage systems for a “right first time” performance philosophy.
• Provide leadership and develop direct reports with clear direction and focus.
• Support safety as a top priority in training, job design, and regulatory compliance.

Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Communication Proficiency
• Decision Making
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Financial Management
• Business Acumen

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

The salary range for this position is between $125,000 and $135,000.

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace, with expertise in Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma, including VSM, 6-S, A-3, LSS/DMAIC, SPC, Kanban, Flow, and OEE.