Continuous Improvement Engineer - Central

wispakcareers; Town of Oconomowoc (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

401(K) with Profit Sharing

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• Hands-on Lean experience and TPS knowledge.
• Strong program/change management background with transformation experience.
• Excellent judgment, accountability, and initiative.
• Ability to build relationships across all organizational levels and with vendors.
• Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint; familiar with Visio, MS Project, Minitab or SPC.

Responsibilities

• Teach and coach Lean systems and Lean Thinking across departments and leadership levels.
• Track and report results for Lean initiatives.
• Assess teams and provide constructive feedback to strengthen Lean competencies.
• Influence leadership as a change manager to embed Operational Excellence.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and mentor teams to implement strategic changes.
• Use data and KPIs to prioritize efforts and ensure goal achievement.
• Lead impactful training sessions on problem-solving and process optimization.
• Conduct Maturity Assessments and guide departments along the Lean Roadmap.

Skills

Lean Thinking

Toyota Production System

Program / Change Management

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Visio

MS Project

Minitab / SPC

Job description

Join the Team That Fuels Your Favorite Beverages

At Wis-Pak, we're more than just a manufacturer--we're the driving force behind some of the most recognized and loved beverage brands in the country, including Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn, and Bubbl'r. Chances are, you've enjoyed one of our products at your favorite restaurant or picked one up at your local store.

Why You'll Love Working Here

We believe in taking care of our people. Here's what you can expect:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• 401(K) with Profit Sharing
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

About the Role

As a key change agent, you'll teach, coach, and embed Lean principles across all levels of the organization--driving measurable results and fostering a culture of Operational Excellence.

Your impact will include:

• Teaching and coaching Lean systems and Lean Thinking across departments and leadership levels.
• Tracking, monitoring, and reporting results for key Lean initiatives.
• Assessing teams and providing constructive feedback to strengthen Lean competencies.
• Influencing leadership as a change manager to embed Operational Excellence into the company culture.
• Identifying process improvement opportunities and mentoring teams to execute strategic change.
• Using data and KPIs to prioritize efforts and ensure goal achievement.
• Facilitating impactful training sessions focused on problem-solving and process optimization.
• Conducting Maturity Assessments and guiding departments along the Lean Roadmap.

DISCLAIMER: The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request.

What We're Looking For

You're a Lean practitioner and strategic thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and a talent for inspiring others.

You'll bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (REQUIRED).
• Hands-on experience with the Toyota Production System or similar Lean methodologies.
• A strong background in program or change management with a proven record of driving organizational transformation.
• Excellent judgment, personal accountability, and a self-starter mindset.
• The ability to build relationships and work effectively across all levels of the organization, including vendors and shareholders.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project, and statistical tools like Minitab or SPC for Excel.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 25% to support initiatives across our facilities.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. The company will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future
• Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English at a level necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

Our Commitment to You

Wis-Pak/WP Beverage is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We comply with EEOC regulations and use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility.