Continuous Improvement Engineer

trak group; Monroe (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

trak group in Monroe, Ohio, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive Lean initiatives in a manufacturing environment. You will identify inefficiencies, lead projects, and mentor teams to boost productivity, quality, and throughput.

This in-office role emphasizes TPS principles and standardized work. You will collaborate across operations, engineering, and quality while applying time studies, value stream mapping, and 5S to sustain improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and TPS methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, throughput, and efficiency.
• Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, waste analysis, and process evaluations.
• Collect and analyze operational data, including cycle time, takt time, throughput, and other key performance indicators.
• Develop and implement practical solutions that eliminate waste and improve performance.
• Create and maintain standardized work, visual management systems, and 5S programs.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive improvements.
• Train and mentor employees on Lean principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Monitor and sustain improvements through KPI tracking and performance measurement.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

TPS

Value stream mapping

Time studies

5S

Standardized work

Visual management

Kaizen events

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | Mon-Fri 7/8a-4/5p

Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Monroe, Ohio that’s expanding its Manufacturing team.

What You'll Do

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you'll be responsible for identifying inefficiencies, implementing Lean initiatives, and driving sustainable improvements throughout the manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and TPS methodologies
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, throughput, and efficiency
• Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, waste analysis, and process evaluations
• Collect and analyze operational data, including cycle time, takt time, throughput, and other key performance indicators
• Develop and implement practical solutions that eliminate waste and improve performance
• Create and maintain standardized work, visual management systems, and 5S programs
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive improvements
• Train and mentor employees on Lean principles and continuous improvement tools
• Monitor and sustain improvements through KPI tracking and performance measurementSupport a manufacturing culture focused on safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or process engineering
• Demonstrated success applying Lean tools in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles
• Experience with: Value stream mapping, Time studies, 5S implementation, Standardized work, Visual management, Root cause analysis, Kaizen events
• Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Be Part of a Transformation

We're building something new.

• Help shape and strengthen a manufacturing culture centered on continuous improvement
• Work alongside a team of new operational leaders
• Gain direct exposure to TPS principles and Lean methodologies
• Influence manufacturing processes across multiple areas of the operation
• Develop your continuous improvement skill set in a highly collaborative environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.