Continuous Improvement Engineer

foxconnggroup; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

foxconnggroup in Houston seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence by leading system improvement projects and digitalization initiatives that optimize production processes.

You will partner with IT, Quality, and Process Engineering to develop dashboards, perform gap analyses, and present ROI-backed recommendations with timelines.

Required: Bachelor’s in a technical field and 1–2 years in continuous improvement; knowledge of MES/ERP/SCADA and lean methods.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for gap analyses.
• Knowledge of MES, ERP, SCADA and data visualization platforms for digitalization initiatives.
• Effective written and verbal communication for presentations to all levels.
• Change management skills to drive system implementations across departments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Visio, and basic project software.

Responsibilities

• Interface with production teams to identify improvement opportunities and gather requirements.
• Create automated dashboards and reporting systems for production performance.
• Collaborate with IT to develop and implement system improvements and automation solutions.
• Lead systematic improvements and Kaizen events across business units.
• Develop business cases for digitalization initiatives and automation investments.
• Provide training and support to operations on new systems and improved processes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Change management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Systems Engineering

Master's degree (preferred) in Engineering/Business/IS

Tools

MES

ERP

SCADA

Data visualization

Job description

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will drive operational excellence initiatives. This position focuses on leading system improvement projects, developing digitalization business cases and implementing digitalization solution, optimizing production processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency through systematic improvements and technology solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interface directly with production teams to identify improvement opportunities and gather requirements for system enhancements
• Create automated dashboards and reporting systems for production performance tracking
• Partner closely with IT department to develop, and implement system improvements and automation solutions for manufacturing operations
• Drive systematic improvements across business units through interface with Engineering departments and stakeholder alignment
• Conduct comprehensive gap analysis of existing manufacturing systems to identify improvement opportunities and system deficiencies and drive improvements.
• Develop detailed business cases for digitalization initiatives, system enhancements, and automation investments
• Support Quality Assurance teams in implementing continuous improvement methodologies and statistical process control systems
• Facilitate Kaizen events and lean improvement initiatives focusing on system optimization and operational excellence
• Create and maintain project documentation, progress reports, and performance metrics for continuous improvement initiatives
• Engage with production supervisors and operators to validate system improvements and ensure successful implementation
• Lead change management efforts for system implementations and process improvements across multiple departments
• Develop and present improvement recommendations to senior management with clear ROI justification and implementation timelines
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure the effectiveness of system improvements and digitalization efforts
• Provide training and support to operations teams on new systems and improved processes resulting from continuous improvement projects
• Drive and support automation initiatives to reduce manual processes and improve operational efficiency
• Develop and maintain detailed work instructions/SOP (standard operation procedures), process and material flow charts, and other process documents
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools with focus on system optimization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for conducting gap analysis and identifying system improvement opportunities
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems including MES, ERP, SCADA, and data visualization platforms for digitalization initiatives
• Effective communication and presentation skills for all organizational levels, particularly for business case presentations
• Change management skills to drive system implementations and process improvements across multiple departments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, project management software, and statistical analysis tools

Preferred:

• Experience with process mapping, value stream mapping, and gap analysis methodologies for system improvement identification
• Excellent project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple system enhancement initiatives
• Programming skills (Python, SQL, VBA) for data analysis, system integration, and process automation development
• Business case development expertise including ROI analysis and project justification for digitalization investments
• Knowledge of system integration methodologies and digital transformation best practices
• Familiarity with automation technologies and Industry 4.0 solutions for manufacturing environments
• Leadership capabilities to facilitate cross-functional collaboration with IT, Quality, and Process Engineering teams

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
• Minimum 1-2 Years’ experience in Continuous improvement role or similar Engineering disciplines.

Preferred:

• 3-5 years of continuous improvement experience with focus on system optimization and digitalization initiatives
• Proven track record of successful cross-functional collaboration with IT departments on system improvement projects
• Background in digital transformation and Industry 4.0 implementation projects

Prefer Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Information Systems