Lean Manufacturing & Product Engineer

UNITED ROTARY BRUSH CORPORATION; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UNITED ROTARY BRUSH CORPORATION in Olathe, KS, is seeking a Manufacturing / Product Engineer to drive lean improvements on the shop floor. You will optimize processes, reduce waste, and ensure efficient workflows through hands-on implementation and data analysis.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5+ years in manufacturing with lean exposure, plus strong analytical and communication skills. Experience with ERP systems, SolidWorks, and SPC is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical degree in related area required.
• 2 to 5+ years in a manufacturing environment with exposure to lean principles.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet attendance expectations.
• Strong communications skills both verbal and written; ability to work independently and with a team.
• Proficiency with lean tools, problem solving and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean improvement initiatives on the production floor.
• Redesign parts and tooling to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead continuous improvement activities and troubleshoot new processes.
• Draft drawing templates and maintain product and machine documentation.
• Conduct capability studies and time analyses to ensure quality and performance.

Skills

Lean tools

Analytical skills

Time studies

Communication

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in related area

Tools

ERP systems

SolidWorks

Microsoft Excel

SPC

Job description

UNITED ROTARY BRUSH CORPORATION in Olathe, KS, is seeking a Manufacturing / Product Engineer to drive lean improvements on the shop floor. You will optimize processes, reduce waste, and ensure efficient workflows through hands-on implementation and data analysis.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 2–5+ years in manufacturing with lean exposure, plus strong analytical and communication skills. Experience with ERP systems, SolidWorks, and SPC is preferred.