Continuous Improvement Engineer - Portage WI

Saint-Gobain Performance Polymer Solutions; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellbeing benefits

Retirement benefits

Additional employee benefits

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Performance Polymer Solutions in Portage, WI is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions through World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and Lean methods. You will lead 3–5 cross-functional projects across molding and extrusion, identify inefficiencies, build a project pipeline, and achieve annual savings targets.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering with 3+ years in process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering is required.
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering, operational excellence or continuous improvement is required.
• 1+ years of proven cost savings and operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Identify operational inefficiencies and lead initiatives delivering improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute strategic improvement projects.
• Manage 3–5 improvement projects across molding and extrusion processes and other manufacturing steps.

Skills

Process engineering

Operational excellence

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.

We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts in the world around us.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for identifying operational inefficiencies and leading initiatives that deliver measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost. This role drives systematic cost reduction and state-of-the-art manufacturing practices through the World Class Manufacturing (WCM) program and other continuous improvement methodologies.

The incumbent will lead cross-functional teams to execute strategic improvement projects focused on scrap reduction, efficiency improvement, downtime reduction, and process optimization. The Continuous Improvement Engineer is accountable for maintaining the plant improvement project pipeline and achieving annual savings targets.

Typically, this role manages 3-5 improvement projects simultaneously across multiple manufacturing processes, including silicone injection molding, two-shot molding, over-molding, plastic injection molding, extrusion, and secondary operations.

The purpose of this role is to identify, prioritize, and execute continuous improvement opportunities that enhance manufacturing performance while reducing operational costs. The Continuous Improvement Engineer serves as a catalyst for change by applying World Class Manufacturing (WCM) principles, Lean methodologies, and data-driven decision-making to eliminate waste, improve process capability, and support sustainable operational excellence throughout the plant.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering is required
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering, operational excellence or continuous improvement is required.
• 1 + years of a proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings and operational improvements.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

a Little More About Us

Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connection the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simples experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.

Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.

With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.

Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.

Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences, and together we’ll create a better life.

Learn more at:

https://www.medical.saint-gobain.com/about-us/global-manufacturing-locations-map/portage

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well‑being and help improve their daily lives for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $72,500 to $115,500 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 9% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $79,025 to $136,290. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and, by nature, can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program