Continuous Improvement Engineer

Major Tool & Machine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits including health/DV

401k company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 technologies. You will lead process improvements, map workflows, and implement data-driven solutions to boost quality and efficiency.

Collaborating with IT, Engineering, and Quality, you will develop SOPs, train staff on new systems, and evaluate tools such as real-time dashboards, IoT sensors, and MES integrations to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in a continuous improvement or process engineering role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Inventor preferred.
• Proven experience or interest in Industry 4.0 technologies, such as digital work instructions, smart sensors, or connected factory tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve inefficiencies and quality challenges across all manufacturing areas.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with production leaders, using Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, OEE, and Poka-Yoke.
• Conduct detailed time studies and process mapping to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, automation, data collection systems, or digital technologies aligned with Industry 4.0 principles.
• Analyze new technology investments for feasibility, implementation impact, and calculate ROI to support capital expenditure proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including IT, Engineering, and Quality) to pilot and implement smart manufacturing solutions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs and Work Instructions, ensuring they reflect best practices and updated process changes.
• Create visual work instructions and training tools, assist in training staff on new systems and procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to process performance, cost savings, and improvement KPI's.
• Support layout redesigns, material flow optimization, and ergonomic improvements on the shop floor.
• Contribute to CAPA activities by identifying root causes of process failures and implementing sustainable fixes.

Skills

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Root Cause Analysis

OEE

Poka-Yoke

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

MES integration

Job description

Position Title: CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT ENGINEER

Position Summary: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Continuous Improvement Engineer to support operational excellence across all manufacturing operations. This role will focus on identifying and facilitating the implementation of process improvement initiatives across all manufacturing operations. In addition to traditional Lean and Six Sigma approaches, this role will play a key part in Industry 4.0 initiatives, evaluating and recommending smart manufacturing technologies to improve efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate will be data-driven, technically savvy, and capable of delivering measurable return on investment through continuous improvement and innovation.

Reports To: Director of Technology and Continuous Improvement

Personnel: Not applicable

Accountabilities: Accountable for understanding and following all SOPs and WIs related to job duties while supporting 6S and Lean Manufacturing concepts. Accountable for understanding manufacturing operations and functions, developing and implementing process improvements, creating manufacturing WIs and understanding quality assurance inspection methods.

Authorities: Not applicable

Duties:

• Identify and resolve inefficiencies and quality challenges across all manufacturing areas.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with production leaders, using Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, OEE, and Poka-Yoke.
• Conduct detailed time studies and process mapping to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, automation, data collection systems, or digital technologies (i.e., real-time dashboards, IoT sensors, MES integration) aligned with Industry 4.0 principles.
• Analyze new technology investments for feasibility, implementation impact, and calculate ROI to support capital expenditure proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including IT, Engineering, and Quality) to pilot and implement smart manufacturing solutions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs and Work Instructions, ensuring they reflect best practices and updated process changes.
• Create visual work instructions and training tools, assist in training staff on new systems and procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to process performance, cost savings, and improvement KPI's.
• Support layout redesigns, material flow optimization, and ergonomic improvements on the shop floor.
• Contribute to CAPA activities by identifying root causes of process failures and implementing sustainable fixes.

Job Qualification Requirements:

Educational Experience -

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.

Experience -

• 2-3 years of experience in a continuous improvement or process engineering role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with AutoCad and/or Inventor preferred.
• Proven experience or interest in Industry 4.0 technologies, such as digital work instruction, smart sensors, or connected factory tools.

Physical Demands - The employee is required to:

• stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead, and bend to the floor,
• exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or
• exert up to 10 pounds of force frequently.

Certification Required - None

Visual Acuity - Near acuity and accommodation as required for reading.

Hearing Ability - Ability to communicate with internal & external employees.

Working Conditions -

When working in the general shop environment may be frequently subject to:

• high noise levels from operating machines,
• physical hazards from moving equipment and production components,
• breathing fumes, dust and mist,
• skin exposure to oils and cutting fluids,
• welding flash.

About Major Tool

Major Tool & Machine (MTM) was founded in 1946, starting with only four employees to support the commercialization of the jet engine following World War II. Today, MTM is a contract manufacturer in Indianapolis, Indiana with a 600,000+ sq ft. manufacturing facility, 400+ skilled employees, best-in-industry business and quality systems, and project management expertise. Located for easy access on the east side of downtown Indianapolis, we are short commute away from most any place in the counties surrounding Indianapolis. Major Tool is a Precinmac company, a portfolio of businesses across the US and Canada that provide similar machining, fabrication and other manufacturing services to customers who provide critical services in turn in their various industries. Our Precinmac values are Trust, Gratitude, Action, Excellence and Growth, with a commitment to live these out daily in our workplaces.

Benefits

• Excellent Benefits including three health insurance plan options - with a base plan option requiring ZERO employee paid premium.
• Dental and vision plans have very reasonable employee premiums.
• Participants in our health insurance have the onsite clinic available at no additional charge for medical services.
• All employees can access the mental health services provided in the clinic, For HDHP health insurance options, we contribute to your health savings account (HSA) and offer other flexible spending account (FSA) options.
• We support your retirement goals with a 401k company match.
• In addition to work schedule options we provide immediate Paid Time Off (PTO) availability and 10 paid Holidays, Along with in house training programs, we offer educational assistance for coursework that will support your career growth at Major Tool, We care about the health of our employees and provide a tobacco free facility, onsite fitness center and wellness events, short and long term disability and life insurance coverage fully paid.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer