Lean CI Engineer: Drive Safety, Quality & Productivity

The L.S. Starrett Company; Athol (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The L.S. Starrett Company in Athol, MA, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity across manufacturing operations.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement Lean principles, standardize processes, and drive sustainable operational excellence through data-driven problem solving and hands-on coaching.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of continuous improvement experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles, TPS, Kaizen, 5S, and value stream mapping.
• Proficient with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent communication and coaching skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing principles and structured problem solving.
• Analyze processes and performance metrics to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and process improvement activities.
• Develop and implement standardized work, visual management, 5S, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Support manufacturing teams with process optimization, layout improvements, and workflow efficiency.
• Train and coach employees on Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor key performance indicators and track project results to ensure sustained improvements.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to implement improvement initiatives.
• Promote a culture of employee involvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Root Cause Analysis

Project Management

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The L.S. Starrett Company in Athol, MA, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity across manufacturing operations.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement Lean principles, standardize processes, and drive sustainable operational excellence through data-driven problem solving and hands-on coaching.