Continuous Improvement/Industrial Engineer

Safran companies; Brodhead (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran companies is looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer in Brodhead, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will enhance manufacturing processes focused on efficiency and cost reduction. You'll be responsible for analyzing workflows for improvement opportunities using Lean and Six Sigma principles.

The ideal candidate will lead teams in executing improvement projects, enhance product quality, and promote safety across the manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in improving manufacturing processes through data-driven insights.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in process improvement projects.
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement KPIs and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to identify and execute process improvement projects.
• Manage site reporting of Continuous Improvement KPIs.
• Drive and expand the 'belt' certification approach within the site.

Skills

Lean manufacturing principles

Six Sigma

Kaizen methodologies

Job description

The Continuous Improvement Engineer plays a critical role in enhancing manufacturing processes with a focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and overall process optimization. This position involves analyzing existing production workflows to identify opportunities for improvement using data-driven insights and Lean manufacturing principles.

Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Continuous Improvement Engineer develops and implements strategies that streamline operations, improve product quality, and promote a safer work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional teams in identifying, prioritizing, and executing process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies
• Lead Balance Scorecard events and related performance improvement initiatives
• Conduct and lead Industrial Management Process audits
• Manage site reporting of Continuous Improvement KPIs
• Lead site and corporate Continuous Improvement (CI) events
• Drive and expand the “belt” certification approach within the site
• Deploy and train team members on Safran methodologies, tools, and best practices (FOD, Human Factors, Poka Yoke, etc.)
• Manage and sustain the 5S program
• Lead deployment of QRQC methodology and coach QRQC leaders
• Coach Kaizen events and provide training on Green Belt tools