Lean Process Improvement Engineer

Standard Textile; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Textile is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to analyze and improve manufacturing processes across our facilities in Georgia. The role focuses on cost reduction, quality improvements, and efficient labor practices to drive lean manufacturing initiatives.

The engineer will lead productivity projects, implement safer work methods, and collaborate with development teams to introduce new processes and technologies that enhance yield and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience in textile manufacturing processes preferred.
• Knowledge of LEAN, Six Sigma, Kaizen and Pareto analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Improve operation costs, quality and turn time.
• Recommend and implement changes to safety procedures, work methods, and labor standards.
• Work on productivity improvement projects and initiate or manage cost reduction strategies.
• Identify areas to reduce waste in manufacturing processes using LEAN.
• Complete programs and projects on time and on budget.
• Collect, analyze and present engineering data to evaluate projects.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities, estimate cost impact, research solutions and implement projects.
• Educate others on lean manufacturing and/or process improvement programs.
• Collaborate with the process development team to facilitate new products, process improvements and new technology.
• Conduct and lead project meetings.
• Resolve issues, improve quality, reduce customer complaints, ensure batch quality and improve material yield.
• Coordinate plant layouts, machine installation and start-up processes.

Skills

LEAN methodology

Six Sigma

Kaizen

Pareto Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Standard Textile is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to analyze and improve manufacturing processes across our facilities in Georgia. The role focuses on cost reduction, quality improvements, and efficient labor practices to drive lean manufacturing initiatives.

The engineer will lead productivity projects, implement safer work methods, and collaborate with development teams to introduce new processes and technologies that enhance yield and performance.