Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Systems Lead

Summit Polymers; Lawrenceburg (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Polymers is seeking an SLMS-focused engineer to drive Lean initiatives on the manufacturing floor, implement Summit Lean Manufacturing System, and lead cross-functional improvement projects. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership and data-driven decision making.

The successful candidate will train operators and managers in SLMS tools, analyze processes for optimization, and collaborate with the General Manager on major plant initiatives.

Qualifications

• Engineering or related degree, or 3 years of manufacturing experience.
• Ability to analyze information and make decisions with limited options.
• Strong communication and coaching skills across plant levels.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of SLMS across the facility.
• Conduct SLMS audits and lead kaizen activities.
• Analyze methods for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Teach SLMS concepts on the shop floor and in classrooms.
• Lead projects and manage plant-floor initiatives independently.
• Develop and maintain plant-floor layouts.
• Occasional travel to other SPI plants.
• Perform other duties as assigned by General Manager.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication coaching

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Wonderlic score

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Summit Polymers is seeking an SLMS-focused engineer to drive Lean initiatives on the manufacturing floor, implement Summit Lean Manufacturing System, and lead cross-functional improvement projects. The role emphasizes hands-on leadership and data-driven decision making.

The successful candidate will train operators and managers in SLMS tools, analyze processes for optimization, and collaborate with the General Manager on major plant initiatives.