Continuous Improvement Engineer

Dotson; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Dotson in Stockton, CA is seeking a high-energy Continuous Improvement Engineer for the Stockton facility to lead cross-functional initiatives that drive productivity, quality, and cost performance.

You will apply Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, facilitate Kaizen events, map value streams, and standardize processes while partnering with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve flow and yield. A Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, operations management, or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operational excellence
• Proven success leading Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects with measurable business results.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to enhance productivity, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to identify process waste and variation.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process standardization initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve flow, yield, and first-pass performance.
• Ensure improvements support compliance with ISO, and customer-specific requirements.
• Drive the implementation of visual management systems, 5S, and standard work practices.
• Coach and mentor teams in continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Track and report progress to senior management using data-driven KPIs and dashboards.

Skills

Lean methodology

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Statistical process control

Value stream mapping

Data analytics

KPIs & dashboards

MS Projects

Excel

Power BI

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management or related

Tools

JDE

Power BI

MS Projects

Excel

Job description

Continuous Improvement Engineer - Located In Stockton, CA

We are seeking a high-energy, results-driven, and detail-oriented professional to join our Continuous Improvement team in our Stockton facility. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role focuses on implementing Lean and process improvement methodologies within a manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with regulatory, customer, and company standards. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a track record of leading measurable improvement projects in a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to enhance productivity, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to identify process waste and variation.

• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process standardization initiatives.

• Partner with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve flow, yield, and first-pass performance.

• Ensure improvements support compliance with ISO, and customer-specific requirements.

• Drive the implementation of visual management systems, 5S, and standard work practices.

• Coach and mentor teams in continuous improvement tools and methodologies.

• Track and report progress to senior management using data-driven KPIs and dashboards.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, operations management, or related technical discipline required.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operational excellence

• Proven success leading Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects with measurable business results.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.

• Deep understanding of root cause analysis, statistical process control, and value stream mapping.

• Skilled in data analytics and project tracking tools (Excel, Power BI, MS Projects, Etc.).

• Proficient in ERP systems, JDE experience preferred.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture.

Salary Range: $78k - $90k