Lean Process Engineer / Supervisor

Dyno Nobel, Inc.; Wolf Lake (IL, MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in commercial explosives seeks a Lean Process Engineer and Supervisor to enhance operational efficiency at their Wolf Lake site. This role demands strong leadership and expertise in business improvement tools to drive productivity and ensure compliance with safety standards. You will lead initiatives to eliminate waste, improve quality, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. Join a dedicated team committed to innovation and excellence in a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the company's success.

Benefits

3 weeks Paid vacation

12 paid holidays

Full health benefits

401k match up to 4%

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness coaching

Supportive coworkers

Qualifications

• 5+ years in manufacturing operations, preferably chemical.
• Experience driving Lean Sigma projects and training others.

Responsibilities

• Drive operations efficiency and cost reduction.
• Implement standard work and remove bottlenecks.

Skills

Lean Sigma

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Change Management

Safety Compliance

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Six Sigma Black Belt

Tools

SAP

Minitab

MS Windows

Job description

Job Brief

Drive operations efficiency and cost reduction for the Wolf Lake site's competitiveness through strong change leadership and application of business improvement tools.

Who We Are

Dyno Nobel is a global leader in commercial explosives, manufacturing and blasting technology, delivering innovative solutions to the mining, quarry, construction, and seismic industries. With a legacy of safety, performance, and technical excellence, Dyno Nobel is known for pushing the boundaries of what's possible in commercial explosives-helping customers optimize operations, improve productivity, and reduce environmental impact. Backed by a team of dedicated professionals and a commitment to continuous improvement, Dyno Nobel sets the standard for reliable and responsible blasting manufacturing and services worldwide.

What You'll Do

As a Lean Process Engineer and Supervisor, you will drive operations efficiency and cost reduction for the Wolf Lake site's competitiveness through strong change leadership and application of business improvement tools. You will be responsible for supervising day to day operations of operational facility. Other duties include:

• Demonstrate and/or lead the commitment to the pursuit of achieving Zero Harm through behavioral based safety

• Ensure compliance with applicable HSE performance standards, objectives, and regulations.

• Live and foster the IPL Corporate Values

• Increase site productivity, partnering with site management team, by implementing standard work, line balancing, and removing bottlenecks.

• Provide leadership through direction, support and guidance regarding all activities to meet production requirements.

• Establish baseline, develop measures/targets, and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

• Direct and coordinate operations resources to ensure customer demands are met.

• Foster alignment to manufacturing strategies such as cost reductions, productivity improvements, organizational development, and safety performance to meet corporate business strategies using continuous improvement and the Management of Change process.

• Align with the Business Excellence, identify and implement framework and strategy to reduce waste and improve quality, directly impacting the site costs.

• Use technical know-how for making time studies, material/man/information flows, layouts, etc. for identifying improvements. Lead and/or implement these improvements ensuring controls in place for sustaining results.

• Employ hands-on approach to data collection, analysis, recommendations of opportunities, and implementation. Apply Lean and statistical tools for data-driven decisions.

• Introduce innovative ideas and technologies and be a change agent to effectively implement and sustain.

• Ensure and/or support compliance with applicable Company HSE Performance Standards, as well as applicable acts and regulations; Support compliance with ISO 9001-2008.

What We're Looking For:

• BS Degree or higher in Engineering or related field, or have comparative level of experience.

• Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

• 5+ years of experience from manufacturing operations, possibly chemical manufacturing.

• Experience driving Lean Sigma projects for minimum of 3 years and fluent at training others with these tools

• Computer literacy in MS Windows. Experience with SAP and Minitab, plus.

• Ability to independently identify process problems/opportunities, identifies root cause, and implements solutions.

• Must be willing to undergo and pass an ATF background check as required to be a possessor of explosives

• Positive attitude, friendly demeanor, and a team player

What We Offer:

• 3 weeks Paid vacation + 12 paid holidays + PTO days
• Full health benefits including employer HSA contributions + dental plan with an orthodontic option, wellness coaching available
• Up to a 4% 401k match PLUS additional company contribution from 1% to 5% based on years of service
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Friendly and supportive coworkers

Zero Harm for Everyone Everywhere

Value People - Respect, Recognize & Reward

Think Customer. Everyone. Every day

Treat the Business as our Own

Care for the Community & our Environment

Challenge & Improve the Status Quo

Deliver on our Promises

Dyno Nobel is an equal employment opportunity employer and will give all qualified applicants consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

*Dyno Nobel does not accept unsolicited agency resumes without prior contract agreements for specified role. Agencies should not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Dyno Nobel employees or any other organization location. Dyno Nobel is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.*