Lean Engineer

Insight Global; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking 2 Lean Specialists/Lean Engineers to support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement at a manufacturing facility. You will lead Kaizen events, identify inefficiencies, and drive process improvements within the organization\'s Lean operating system.

Ideal candidates come from automotive or aerospace sectors with mature Lean systems and a proven track record of improving OEE, throughput, cycle time and quality.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement - experience running/leading kaizens in a lean focused operating system.
• Automotive or aerospace manufacturing background (these industries have mature Lean operating systems)
• Ability to clearly explain Continuous Improvement projects/Kaizens they\'ve led, including:
• Problem identified
• Root cause analysis performed
• Improvement actions implemented
• Measurable results achieved
• Experience utilizing Lean methodologies such as: Kaizen
• 5S
• Value Stream Mapping
• Standard Work
• Root Cause Analysis
• DMAIC
• PDCA
• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs including OEE, throughput, scrap, cycle time, quality, and downtime
• Experience using data and metrics to drive operational decision-making
• Proven ability to drive waste reduction, process stability, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt
• Degree or associates in a related field

Responsibilities

• Lead Kaizen events and drive Lean improvements across the manufacturing process
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement actions to improve quality, throughput, cycle time and uptime
• Support the organization\'s Lean operating system and KPI tracking
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure Sustained gains and standard work

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

Problem Solving

OEE

DMAIC

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

Root Cause Analysis

PDCA

Six Sigma Black Belt

Education

Related field degree or associate

Job description

Job Description

A client of Insight Global is seeking 2 Lean Specialists/Lean Engineers to support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives at their manufacturing facility. These individuals will be responsible for leading Kaizen events, identifying operational inefficiencies, driving process improvements, and supporting the organization\'s Lean operating system. The ideal candidate comes from a mature manufacturing environment and has a proven track record of delivering measurable improvements in quality, throughput, cycle time, and overall operational performance.

Skills and Requirements

• 3-7+ years of Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement - experience running/leading kaizens in a lean focused operating system




• Automotive or aerospace manufacturing background (these industries have mature Lean operating systems)




• Ability to clearly explain Continuous Improvement projects/Kaizens they\'ve led, including:



• Problem identified


• Root cause analysis performed


• Improvement actions implemented



• Measurable results achieved




• Experience utilizing Lean methodologies such as:




• Kaizen



• 5S


• Value Stream Mapping


• Standard Work


• Root Cause Analysis


• DMAIC



• PDCA




• Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs including OEE, throughput, scrap, cycle time, quality, and downtime




• Experience using data and metrics to drive operational decision-making




• Proven ability to drive waste reduction, process stability, and continuous improvement initiatives




• Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt




• Degree or associates in a related field

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