Lean Manufacturing Engineer — Drive Continuous Improvement

The Pivot Group Careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 73,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network seeks Lean Manufacturing Engineers for opportunities with manufacturers in and around Wayland, MI. Roles emphasize on-site leadership, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement to reduce downtime and defects.

Candidates should have a engineering degree, hands-on lean experience, and strong data analysis skills. Salary ranges from $73,000 to $112,000 depending on experience and fit, with successful candidates joining a network-focused recruiting group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field.
• Hands-on experience applying lean tools in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.
• Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support 5S and visual management across work areas.
• Analyze root causes of downtime and quality defects.
• Lead continuous improvement projects on the production floor.
• Map value streams and identify waste in current processes.
• Run kaizen events with production and maintenance teams.
• Develop and update standard work instructions.
• Track key metrics such as cycle time, scrap, and on-time delivery.
• Train operators and supervisors on lean tools and methods.

Skills

Lean tools

Data analysis

Kaizen

Value stream mapping

Standard work

5S/visual management

Education

Bachelor degree in engineering or related technical field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Pivot Group Network seeks Lean Manufacturing Engineers for opportunities with manufacturers in and around Wayland, MI. Roles emphasize on-site leadership, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement to reduce downtime and defects.

Candidates should have a engineering degree, hands-on lean experience, and strong data analysis skills. Salary ranges from $73,000 to $112,000 depending on experience and fit, with successful candidates joining a network-focused recruiting group.