Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process Improvement & Design

Kadant Inc.; Saltillo (MS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Kadant Inc. in Tupelo, MS is seeking an engineering professional to lead manufacturing process improvements and support operations with Lean Six Sigma practices.

The role focuses on waste reduction, Kaizen events, and ensuring producible, cost-effective designs for metal fabrication environments. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years of technical experience, with Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred, and proficiency in SolidWorks/AutoCAD and MS Office to drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical) required.
• Five or more years of experience providing technical support in a metal fabrication environment.
• Training and certification as Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Capable of leading focused Kaizen teams in Continuous improvement projects.
• Proficient with SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement Manufacturing process improvements and upgrades where appropriate. May develop Capital Expense Requests and Proposals for submittal.
• Provide technical expertise and support to manufacturing to meet customer deliveries.
• Identify and implement Waste Reduction solutions as part of Continuous Improvement program.
• Participate on and implement preventive actions recommended by the Hazard Elimination Team.
• Lead selected Kaizen events to reduce waste and improve process flow.
• Conduct production/manufacturing reviews to ensure product designs are producible and cost effective.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Kaizen leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Industrial or Mechanical)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Office

Job description

Kadant Inc. in Tupelo, MS is seeking an engineering professional to lead manufacturing process improvements and support operations with Lean Six Sigma practices.

The role focuses on waste reduction, Kaizen events, and ensuring producible, cost-effective designs for metal fabrication environments. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years of technical experience, with Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred, and proficiency in SolidWorks/AutoCAD and MS Office to drive