Manufacturing Process Improvement Lead

Kloeckner Metals - Americas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Health insurance – Medical/Prescrip./D

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Wellness Stipend

Paid Life insurance

Paid Short / Long-Term Disability

Job summary

Kloeckner Metals - Americas in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve production efficiency and quality. You will analyze processes, conduct time studies, and collaborate with Operations and Quality teams to drive measurable improvements.

The role focuses on process optimization, equipment and layout improvements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical engineering.
• 1+ years of manufacturing/engineering/continuous improvement experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Experience interpreting engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or process improvement methodologies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce waste.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and process optimization projects.
• Develop production layouts, workflows, and material handling solutions.
• Evaluate manufacturing and quality data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support equipment, facility, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams to solve production challenges.
• Create reports, charts, and metrics to support data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Kloeckner Metals - Americas in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve production efficiency and quality. You will analyze processes, conduct time studies, and collaborate with Operations and Quality teams to drive measurable improvements.

The role focuses on process optimization, equipment and layout improvements, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.