Continuous Improvement Engineer

Skillframe AI; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Skillframe AI in Mentor, OH is seeking an engineer to reduce on-time delivery misses through root-cause analysis and Lean Six Sigma methods across fabrication, assembly, and engineering processes.

Develop dashboards, perform time studies, standardize work, and coordinate actions with Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality to improve line balance and throughput. Strong communication and problem-solving on the shop floor and in leadership reviews are required.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree required; mechanical/industrial/manufacturing engineering preferred.
• 3–7 years in manufacturing/production or equivalent.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, 3D modeling software, and manufacturing systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred).
• Strong written and verbal communication with shop-floor personnel and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Drive measurable improvements in on-time delivery, production stability, and assembly efficiency.
• Lead initiatives to improve OTD performance and meet targets.
• Analyze OTD misses and identify root causes.
• Develop dashboards and reporting for OTD and production performance.
• Engage daily with production lines to identify constraints and disruptions.
• Coordinate corrective actions across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.

Skills

Root-cause analysis

5 Whys

Fishbone diagrams

Pareto analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Time studies

Education

Engineering degree

Mechanical engineering preferred

Industrial engineering preferred

Manufacturing engineering preferred

Tools

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Green Belt

Microsoft Office

3D modeling software

Job description

Drive measurable improvements in on-time delivery (OTD), production stability, and assembly efficiency through root-cause analysis, cross-functional problem solving, and sustainable process improvements across fabrication, assembly, and engineering.Lead initiatives to improve OTD performance and achieve company targets.Analyze OTD misses and identify root causes including material shortages, engineering changes, quality issues, rework, and scheduling conflicts.Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting tools for OTD, production performance, and improvement initiatives.Engage daily with production lines to identify constraints, disruptions, shortages, and assembly inefficiencies.Standardize communication with supervisors and escalate systemic issues with data-driven recommendations.Conduct time studies on high-labor assemblies and bottleneck operations to improve labor efficiency and line balance.Develop and implement standard work practices and support Design for Assembly (DFA) improvements.Align fabrication output with assembly priorities and proactively identify shortages before they impact production.Lead Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and Pareto Analysis.Coordinate corrective actions across Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, and Quality teams.Support daily production reviews and weekly OTD performance meetings.Maintain issue trackers, action logs, and continuous improvement documentation.Translate operational data into actionable recommendations for leadership.Other duties or special projects as assigned.Requirements:Engineering degree required; Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering preferred3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experienceProficient with Microsoft Office, 3D modeling software, and manufacturing systemsExperience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred), time studies, standard work, and root-cause analysisStrong written and verbal communication skills with both shop-floor personnel and leadership teamsAbility to lift up to 20 poundsAbility to stand and walk frequently.Ability to talk and hearClear vision at close and mid distancesColor vision (able to distinguish colors)Manual dexterity to operate general office equipment, such as phone, computer, printer, scanner, copy machine and fax.Ability to use hands to finger, handle or feelAbility to reach with hands and armsAbility to sit for extended periods of time.