Lean Process Engineer: Continuous Improvement Leader

PPC Flex; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

PPC Flex in Buffalo Grove, IL seeks a Lean Process Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements. You will address quality problems via CAPA and champion continuous improvement across the facility.

In absence, duties may be covered by Plant Engineer or Plant Manager. The role emphasizes guiding process improvements, leading Lean initiatives, and building a culture of continuous improvement across all

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years' experience in manufacturing, preferably in the packaging industry.
• Green Belt Certification (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) OR process engineering background required.
• Strong analytical skills, excellent problem-solving mindset.
• Minimum certification of Lean green belt; black belt preferred.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and proven experience with effective teams and continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance in manufacturing processes; develop, evaluate, and improve methods.
• Lead the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles; deploy Kaizen events and other Lean methodologies.
• Act as a change agent for continuous improvement throughout the facility.
• Facilitate projects to improve quality, reduce costs, improve cycle time, and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement lean principles to enhance workflows and output with cost savings and quality improvement.
• Build a continuous improvement culture; train employees in lean manufacturing and initiatives such as Kanban and Value Stream Mapping.
• Develop Value Stream Maps for production departments; identify and reduce waste; prioritize ROI.
• Enhance Management Of Change (MOC) process; train stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Production on PM recommendations; review PM effectiveness.
• Use Design Of Experiments (DOE) to optimize machine setup parameters; share SOPs.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Process engineering

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

PPC Flex in Buffalo Grove, IL seeks a Lean Process Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements. You will address quality problems via CAPA and champion continuous improvement across the facility.

In absence, duties may be covered by Plant Engineer or Plant Manager. The role emphasizes guiding process improvements, leading Lean initiatives, and building a culture of continuous improvement across all