Mechanical Design Engineer — Kaizen & Lean Improvement

Actalent, Inc.

Visalia (CA)

On-site

USD 75,000 - 95,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer/Kaizen Specialist for a 6 month contract to hire in Visalia, CA. The role focuses on leading Kaizen initiatives, coaching teams, and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and product quality.

Ideal candidates have 3-5 years in manufacturing, CAD proficiency (AutoCAD or SolidWorks), and a strong lean/six sigma background. Onsite work with comprehensive benefits and potential for permanent hire.

Qualifications

3-5 years experience in manufacturing environment
Proficiency in CAD (AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks)
Experience with process design, process/continuous improvement
Strong experience in LEAN principles
Experience in metal fabrication/assembly over food production preferred

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Continuous Improvement Manager to develop and execute Kaizen initiatives throughout the manufacturing facility.
Conduct Kaizen events, workshops, and training sessions to educate and engage employees at all levels in continuous improvement practices.
Identify areas for improvement within manufacturing processes through observation, data analysis, and employee feedback.
Develop and implement small‑scale, incremental improvements to enhance process efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of implemented Kaizen initiatives, ensuring sustained performance and adherence to standards.
Facilitate cross‑functional teams to drive improvement projects and achieve set goals.
Collect and analyze data to identify trends, root causes, and opportunities for further improvement.
Document and standardize improved processes to ensure consistency and repeatability.
Prepare and present reports on Kaizen initiatives and their outcomes to management.
Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in Kaizen and continuous improvement.