Lead, Continuous Improvement

Entegris; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus eligibility

Generous 401(K) plan

Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance packages

Job summary

Entegris is seeking a Lead, Continuous Improvement Engineer for its Aurora, IL sites. In this role, you will drive yield gains and ensure improvements are implemented and sustained. The ideal candidate should have 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing, with a strong focus on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

You will lead strategic initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $115,000 to $130,000 with exciting benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8‑10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs.
• Experience in driving a lean before digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team.
• Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean, Black Belt and SPC credentials is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement projects to identify high value losses.
• Develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes.
• Conduct thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies.

Skills

Lean

Six Sigma

Process Mapping

Continuous Improvement

Education

Undergraduate degree in applicable field

Job description

Job Title: Lead, Continuous Improvement

The Role

Our campus in Aurora, IL (Two sites: Aurora Pads & Aurora Slurries) is seeking a Continuous Improvement (CI) Lead Engineer. The CI Lead Engineer will play a critical role in driving yield gains across the two sites and associated supply chain. Leveraging deep expertise in process mapping, Six Sigma, Lean and high‑impact transformations, this individual will ensure that yield solutions are prepared for success, implemented and sustained. As a key contributor to the Continuous Improvement team, this Engineer will help assess processes and KPIs across the Aurora Campus sites and ensure improvement road maps are defined, executed, and sustained. This role will also coordinate with the larger CI community to share best practices and learnings to drive the Entegris Way mindset.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead Continuous Improvement projects by identifying high value losses (e.g., in yield, output, delivery, labor, scrap etc.), prioritizing, involving necessary resources, following structured approaches, delivering and sustaining expected results within the committed timelines.

• Lead Continuous Improvement strategic initiative deployments: Develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes and eliminate waste to drive Yield and process optimizations. Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive process improvements.

• Assess and Optimize Processes: Conduct thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Implement Lean principles to optimize these processes prior to digital transformation.

• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to ensure that Lean improvements are integrated seamlessly with digital technologies.

• Drive Cultural Change: Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Provide training and support to employees to adopt Lean methodologies and new digital tools and processes.

• Monitor and Measure Impact: Establish metrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for further enhancement.

• Facilitate Workshops and Training: Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate employees on Lean methodologies and digital tools.

• Facilitate Continuous Improvement Programs: Participate in and/or lead programs around Skill gap resolution, Production Elements, Productivity AOP, 5S, Tier daily management (TDM), etc.

WHAT WE SEEK

• Minimum of 8‑10 years' experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large‑scale and diverse manufacturing footprint.

• Experience in driving a lean before digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team.

• Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean, Black Belt and SPC credentials is preferred.

• Willing to travel but less than 10%.

• Undergraduate degree in applicable field, engineering, computer science, business – information technology.

OUTSTANDING CANDIDATES WILL HAVE

• Proven track record of developing, implementing and sustaining a CI culture across a global enterprise.

• Direct supplier, Customer and factory experience in managing CI portfolios with measurable efficiency gains.

• Hands‑on leadership style with a sense of urgency to deliver results.

Benefits

• Compensation: $115,000‑$130,000 per year range with actual pay dependent on candidate overall skills for the role.

• Annual bonus eligibility.

• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge.

• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting.

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs.

• Education assistance to support your learning journey.

• A values‑driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence.

Entegris does not provide immigration‑related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status.