Continuous Improvement Engineer - 1283

Ecore Athletic; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 81,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Lancaster is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive Lean transformation initiatives and enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Lean methodologies and a strong background in engineering. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance

401k with a company match

Earn PTO hours immediately

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for development

Easy access to eco-friendly public transportation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Lean and Continuous Improvement roles.
• Deep expertise in Lean principles and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement Lean transformation initiatives across departments.
• Mentor and train team members on Lean principles.
• Develop and track KPIs and performance metrics.

Skills

Lean Principles

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

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Location: 715 Fountain Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601

We are a rapidly expanding organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. We are looking for a new Continuous Improvement Engineer to help us transform with structure, standardization, and Lean methodologies. Join us in shaping a culture where continuous improvement is the foundation of everything we do. Internally, we call this role Lean Master Engineer.

Salary Range: $81,000 - $110,000, based on experience

Travel: approximately 10-20% domestic travel to our other manufacturing plants

Core Contributions

• Lead and implement Lean transformation initiatives across departments to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, 5S audits, and Value Stream Mapping sessions to identify and eliminate waste in processes.
• Mentor and train team members on Lean principles, tools, and techniques, ensuring long-term adoption and sustainability.
• Analyze operations and identify key areas of improvement using Lean methodologies such as DMAIC, PDCA, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and execute strategic plans for continuous improvement aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams in designing, developing, and implementing process improvements that enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.
• Develop and track KPIs and performance metrics to measure progress and drive continuous improvement.
• Create and maintain SOPs and work instructions to promote consistent practices.
• Conduct regular assessments of Lean initiatives to measure success, identify areas for refinement, and ensure scalability of improvements.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement by providing coaching, feedback, and encouragement to employees.
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure the integration of Lean principles into the organization's strategic planning and decision-making.

Essential Experiences

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
• Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or higher) preferred
• 7+ years of experience in Lean and Continuous Improvement roles, preferably in manufacturing or operations
• Deep expertise in Lean principles, tools, and techniques, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and TPM
• Experience leading successful Lean transformation initiatives and driving measurable results

What We Offer You

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• 401k with a company match
• Earn PTO hours immediately
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for development
• Easy access to eco-friendly public transportation from Red Rose Transit Authority

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.