Continuous Improvement Engineer - 9541

MacLean Power Systems; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

MacLean Power Systems in Stockton, CA is seeking a high-energy Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead cross-functional initiatives that boost productivity, quality, and efficiency in a manufacturing setting. You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven problem solving to reduce waste and variability.

The role partners with engineering, production, and quality teams to map value streams, standardize work, and coach teams in continuous improvement tools.

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.
• 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).
• Proficient in ERP systems, JDE experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture.

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 manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data analytics

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

MS Projects

Power BI

Excel

JDE / ERP systems

Job description

Posted Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM

Continuous Improvement Engineer

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.
• 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.