Lean Operations Engineer - Hybrid Manufacturing Excellence

Steelcase; Grand Rapids (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Steelcase in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced engineer to lead continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will analyze processes, drive Lean initiatives, and design workflows to boost safety, quality, and productivity.

You’ll coordinate cross-functional projects, use data to guide decisions, and implement sustainable solutions with measurable impact. This full-time role supports a flexible hybrid work schedule, with Steelcase's commitment to inclusion and growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations engineering, industrial engineering, continuous improvement, or a related field.
• Experience analyzing operational or manufacturing processes and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Experience working with data, metrics, and reporting tools to support decision-making and process improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience leading or participating in cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing manufacturing processes, labor utilization, and production performance to identify opportunities that improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity.
• Leading Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives that eliminate waste and deliver measurable operational results.
• Designing and optimizing manufacturing processes, workflows, and workstations to improve productivity and operational effectiveness.
• Supporting facility layout, material flow, material handling, and ergonomic improvements that enhance operational performance and employee safety.
• Coordinating cross-functional projects to successfully implement operational improvements and manufacturing solutions.
• Utilizing data, metrics, and performance measures to identify trends, support decision-making, and drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Providing technical support to manufacturing operations by identifying root causes and implementing sustainable solutions that improve performance.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Steelcase in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking an experienced engineer to lead continuous improvement across manufacturing operations. You will analyze processes, drive Lean initiatives, and design workflows to boost safety, quality, and productivity.

You’ll coordinate cross-functional projects, use data to guide decisions, and implement sustainable solutions with measurable impact. This full-time role supports a flexible hybrid work schedule, with Steelcase's commitment to inclusion and growth.