From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities, to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries.
What You’ll Get to Do
The Continuous Improvement Engineer II focuses on business processes, new product development projects, supplier improvement efforts, and customer/product issues. This position reports to the OpEx Manager. It is ideal for an individual who wants to develop professional expertise, applying company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. As a vital member of the Continuous Improvement Department, this role offers an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.
- Value Stream Mapping processes, time studies, leading Kaizen events, creating Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, develop PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, and Job Element Sheets, conducting root cause analysis using 5-Why, Cause & Effect Diagram, A3 tools, New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, creating test validation plans, Gauge Studies, and perform statistical analysis.
- Use voice of the customer information to derive decision making; trained in problem‑solving tools (5-Why, Logic Tree, Cause & Effect Diagram, A3, etc.) to determine root cause analysis and derive countermeasures.
- Apply to a full understanding of area specialization; resolve a wide range of issues creatively. Ability to solve straightforward problems and have a rudimentary understanding of lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools and procedures. Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing principles to continually improve processes; understand key business drivers and use this understanding to accomplish own work.
- Conduct audits, write audit reports, distribute reports, follow up on non-conformances; create, manage, and distribute Quality Alerts.
- Act as Quality Assurance representative for review and approval of CAPAs, Deviations, MDRs, Validations, and QWC; implement and maintain effectiveness of the Quality System.
- Support the creation of quality documents for new product launches; conduct inspections, testing, and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with OBE and industry standards.
- Respond to and follow up on customer complaints.
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, mechanical, manufacturing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering).
- 3+ years’ experience and knowledge in Toyota Production Systems, mechanical & manufacturing processes, understanding of drawings, specifications and standards, familiarity with machined parts and their manufacturing processes, and a background in continuous improvement. ISO-9000 &/or TS-16949 Quality System experience beneficial.
- Demonstrates a limited understanding of general business principles.
- CQE, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience preferred; Quality Engineer certification through ASQ preferred.
What OBE Offers You
- Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee.
- Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose.
- Compensation that rewards your hard work – a pay‑for‑performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses.
- Training – we will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.
OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.