Lean Continuous Improvement Engineer

NTN Bearing of America; Macomb (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company located in Macomb, Illinois, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive projects and reduce waste across the facility. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and have a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. This role involves creating value stream maps, leading training initiatives, and managing multiple projects to meet corporate goals. The compensation range is $63,000 - $72,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of direct continuous improvement experience required.
• Experience with Toyota Production System is mandatory.
• Strong working knowledge of 5S and SMED principles required.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement projects to reduce waste and costs.
• Create value stream maps and drive continuous improvement.
• Train employees on Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Six Sigma

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Mathematical Ability

Education

Bachelor's of Science degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

A manufacturing company located in Macomb, Illinois, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive projects and reduce waste across the facility. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and have a strong background in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. This role involves creating value stream maps, leading training initiatives, and managing multiple projects to meet corporate goals. The compensation range is $63,000 - $72,000 annually, commensurate with experience.