Continuous Improvement Engineer

Jobot; Russell Springs (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer for our automotive client in Russell Springs, KY. This on-site, permanent role focuses on leading Lean initiatives to improve plant performance and drive cost reductions.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in automotive manufacturing, experience with Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred), Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED, 8D/Fishbone/5 Whys RCA, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC and IATF 16949.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience within automotive manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred).
• Experience with Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, SMED.
• Familiar with RCA techniques (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys), APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, IATF 16949.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root Cause Analysis

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

SPC

IATF 16949

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer

$90000 - $105000 per year | Russell Springs, KY | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established automotive manufacturer supplying critical rubber and plastic components to major automotive OEMs worldwide. The company has built a strong reputation for producing high-quality engineered products while maintaining a significant focus on operational excellence, Lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Why join us?

• Highly visible role with direct impact on plant performance.
• Opportunity to lead meaningful continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborative environment working closely with multiple departments.
• Stable automotive manufacturer with strong commitment to operational excellence.
• Significant opportunity to influence manufacturing efficiency, quality, and cost performance.

Job Details

• 2+ years of experience within automotive manufacturing environments.
• Experience leading Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred).
• Experience with: Kaizen
• Value Stream Mapping
• SMED
• Root Cause Analysis (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys)
• APQP
• PPAP
• FMEA
• SPC
• IATF 16949

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.