Manufacturing CI Specialist: Lead Lean Improvements & OEE

VetJobs; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 71,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrara is seeking a continuous improvement-focused professional for a manufacturing role in Bellwood, IL. In this on-site position you will lead CI initiatives, analyze data, and collaborate across functions to optimize processes and meet project objectives.

You will drive lean methodologies, support safety and quality standards, and help train hourly staff while engaging with cross-functional teams to sustain savings and improvements.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required as a minimum education.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, engineering, or finance preferred.
• Two years of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma background preferred (Green Belt helpful).
• Knowledge of SAP is desirable.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Lead CI improvement initiatives and report progress to leadership.
• Apply RCA, DMAIC, and related tools to drive improvements.
• Collect and analyze data; implement changes and follow-up results.
• Maintain savings programs and training; ensure continuity of projects.
• Participate in annual budget process to assess run-rate efficiencies and scrap values.
• Collaborate with product development, marketing, supply chain, finance, and operations.
• Ensure safety, operational and quality standards.
• Improve hourly workforce proficiency; coach and develop staff.
• Escalate issues in a timely manner.
• Measure and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Skills

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering / engineering / finance

High School/GED

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Ferrara is seeking a continuous improvement-focused professional for a manufacturing role in Bellwood, IL. In this on-site position you will lead CI initiatives, analyze data, and collaborate across functions to optimize processes and meet project objectives.

You will drive lean methodologies, support safety and quality standards, and help train hourly staff while engaging with cross-functional teams to sustain savings and improvements.