Continuous Improvement Engineer

Tata Consultancy Services; Indianapolis (IN); Presencial; USD 80.000 - 100.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Discretionary incentive

Medical coverage

Family leaves

401K plan

Training reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Tata Consultancy Services in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Senior Engineer to oversee manufacturing continuous improvement initiatives, manage non-conformances, and coordinate parts reclamation, concessions, and change control processes. You will drive structured investigations, root-cause analysis and CAPA actions to reduce defects and improve quality and efficiency.

The role requires strong problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, experience with AS9100 quality systems, Lean methods

Formación

• Experience managing non-conformances from review to closure with CAPA.
• Familiarity with reclaim decisions using drawings and specs.
• Experience coordinating concessions, DP and DAR documentation.

Responsabilidades

• Manage manufacturing non-conformances from review to closure.
• Assess non-conforming parts against drawings, specs and history.
• Prepare Concessions, Deviation Permits, Change Control and DAR docs.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure timely disposition.
• Lead structured investigations to identify root causes and actions.
• Drive Lean improvements using production data to reduce defects.
• Maintain quality records and updates per AS9100 requirements.
• Support audits and compliance activities.

Conocimientos

Non-conformance management

Part reclaim assessment

Concessions & DP docs

Root cause analysis

AS9100 knowledge

Lean continuous improvement

Data analysis (MES/Excel)

Cross-functional coordination

Educación

Bachelor of Computer Science

Herramientas

MES

Teamcenter

Microsoft Excel

Descripción del empleo

Profile Must Have Technical/Functional Skills/Knowledge/Experience

• Experience managing manufacturing non-conformances, including containment, investigation, technical disposition, corrective action and closure.
• Practical knowledge of part reclaim processes and the ability to assess non-conforming components against engineering drawings, specifications, inspection results and manufacturing requirements.
• Experience preparing or coordinating Concessions, Deviation Permits, Change Control and DAR documentation, with clear technical justification, approval and traceability.
• Strong structured problem-solving capability using methods such as Root Cause Analysis, 8D, 5-Why, Pareto analysis and corrective and preventive action.
• Working knowledge of aerospace quality requirements and quality management systems, including AS9100, non-conformance control, process compliance and quality standard updates.
• Practical experience applying Lean and continuous improvement methods to reduce defects, waste, process variation and recurring production issues.
• Ability to analyse non-conformance, quality and operational data using manufacturing systems and tools such as MES, Teamcenter and Microsoft Excel to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Strong analytical, communication and prioritisation skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively across manufacturing, quality, design, supply chain and other stakeholders.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Previous experience within aerospace, defence or another safety-critical, highly regulated manufacturing environment.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, or an equivalent qualification in continuous improvement, quality or structured problem-solving.
• Experience applying statistical analysis, process capability, control charts or other data-led methods to identify variation and validate improvements.
• Experience delivering cross-functional improvement projects and supporting the implementation and sustainment of manufacturing process changes.

Roles & Responsibilities

The Role

A Continuous Improvement Engineer supports manufacturing operations by managing non-conformances, coordinating the reclaim of parts and preparing concessions, Deviation Permits (DP), Change Control and DAR documentation. The role manages non-conformance, supports timely technical disposition and approval and leads structured improvement activities to reduce defects, waste and recurring issues while improving quality, delivery and operational performance.

• Manage manufacturing non-conformances from initial review and containment through investigation, technical disposition, corrective action and closure.
• Assess non-conforming parts and support reclaim decisions by reviewing drawings, specifications, inspection results and manufacturing history.
• Prepare and coordinate Concessions, Deviation Permits, Change Control and DAR documentation, ensuring the required technical review, approval and traceability.
• Coordinate with manufacturing, quality, design and other stakeholders to achieve timely and compliant disposition of affected parts.
• Lead structured investigations using appropriate problem-solving methods to identify root causes and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive continuous improvement activities using Lean methods and production data to reduce defects, waste, process variation and recurring issues.
• Maintain accurate quality standard updates and supporting records, ensuring actions, decisions and approvals are clearly documented.
• Support quality reviews, process audits and compliance activities in line with AS9100, customer and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor non-conformance, quality and operational performance data, identify adverse trends and implement actions to improve quality, delivery and efficiency.

Managerial Skills

• Leadership & People Management
• Communication & Stakeholder Management
• Decision Making & Problem Solving

Salary Range: $80,000 - $100,000 per year

TCS Employee Benefit and Summary:

• Discretionary Annual Incentive.
• Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
• Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
• Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
• Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
• Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
• Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Function

TECHNOLOGY

Role

Senior Engineer

ID

438517

Skills

Manufacturing Process Automation

Salary Range

$80,000 - $100,000

Desired Candidate Profile

• Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE