Lean Manufacturing Engineer - Drive Plant Performance

Faurecia; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Faurecia Interior Systems plant in Blue Springs, Missouri, is seeking a VIE Lean Manufacturing Engineer to maximize plant performance in line with Faurecia Excellence System principles. The role focuses on direct labor efficiency and continuous improvement.

You will develop site improvement plans, participate in MOD cost budgeting, and drive FES deployment to support the Plant Improvement Plan. English proficiency and strong teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering or business is required.
• English proficiency is required.
• Experience in production in an industrial environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of quality matters is advantageous.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Entrepreneurship mindset and commitment to ethics.

Responsibilities

• Maximize plant performance and profitability through FES principles.
• Develop site and department Annual Improvement/FES Acceleration Plans.
• Support MOD cost budgeting and improvement plans.
• Follow the FES deployment plan to aid PIP execution.
• Ensure understanding of FES KPIs and link to P&L results.
• Support standardized work and OHP, lead Lean workshops.
• Drive continuous flow, layout optimization, and pull-system improvements.
• Coach and lead FES/Lean principles on the shop floor.
• Transfer FES knowledge to plant personnel through hands-on activities.
• Lead problem-solving and production-solve groups (5S, TPM, SMED, etc.).
• Ensure safety policies are followed and environmental commitments upheld.

Skills

Quality knowledge

International mindset

Teamwork

Communication skills

English required

Results oriented

Entrepreneurship mindset

Ethics commitment

Education

Master's degree in engineering or business

Job description

Faurecia Interior Systems plant in Blue Springs, Missouri, is seeking a VIE Lean Manufacturing Engineer to maximize plant performance in line with Faurecia Excellence System principles. The role focuses on direct labor efficiency and continuous improvement.

You will develop site improvement plans, participate in MOD cost budgeting, and drive FES deployment to support the Plant Improvement Plan. English proficiency and strong teamwork are essential.