Lean Manufacturing Engineer — Waste Reduction & Kaizen

CapstoneONE Search; Unionville (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing organization is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer in Unionville, Missouri. In this role, you will lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on reducing waste and enhancing productivity. Responsibilities include conducting Kaizen events, training staff on Lean principles, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3–4 years of automotive manufacturing experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate Kaizen events to reduce cycle times and waste.
• Train and coach employees on Lean tools and concepts.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing principles

Problem-solving

Training and coaching

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

Job description

A prominent manufacturing organization is seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer in Unionville, Missouri. In this role, you will lead Lean and continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on reducing waste and enhancing productivity. Responsibilities include conducting Kaizen events, training staff on Lean principles, and optimizing manufacturing processes. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3–4 years of automotive manufacturing experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD is advantageous.