Lean Process Engineer: Transform Operations on the Shop Floor

Vesuvius North America; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Vesuvius North America in Cleveland is seeking a Lean/Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement at the local manufacturing site. You will deploy lean methodologies to streamline operations, reduce waste, and optimize processes aligned with strategic objectives.

You will coach teams, drive culture change, and partner across Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to deliver safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements through structured problem-solving and training.

Qualifications

• Lead and deliver lean transformation projects using structured problem solving (A3, Kaizen, DMAIC, PDCA).
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement through engagement, coaching, and collaboration across the organization.
• Identify and remove non-value-added activities with VSM, 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, and RCA.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean transformation projects across the site using structured problem-solving methods.
• Coach and engage employees to drive continuous improvement and collaboration across levels.
• Identify non-value-added activities with tools like Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and root cause analysis.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to align improvements with business goals.
• Track KPIs for lean initiatives and ensure accountability for results.
• Develop and deliver lean training materials to build internal capability.
• Drive Lean initiatives on the shop floor.
• Ensure improvements meet safety, quality, and compliance requirements.

Skills

Lean methods

A3 & Kaizen

DMAIC/PDCA

Value Stream Mapping

5S

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-functional work

Coaching

Job description

Vesuvius North America in Cleveland is seeking a Lean/Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement at the local manufacturing site. You will deploy lean methodologies to streamline operations, reduce waste, and optimize processes aligned with strategic objectives.

You will coach teams, drive culture change, and partner across Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to deliver safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements through structured problem-solving and training.