Onsite CI & Lean Process Engineer

100249 Saia-Burgess LLC; Vandalia (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Professional Growth

Collaborative Culture

Job summary

Johnson Electric, a global leader in motion systems, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Process Engineer in Vandalia, OH. You will evaluate current manufacturing processes, develop standardized workflows, and lead cost-saving initiatives from concept to validation.

Strong Lean, OEE, and data analysis skills are required to drive safety, quality and efficiency improvements across production lines. Join a global team focused on manufacturing excellence, responsible for implementing sustainable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and prioritize continuous improvement opportunities.
• Develop and maintain standardized manufacturing processes, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Perform time studies, labor analysis, and line balancing to optimize production efficiency.
• Identify and implement productivity improvements that reduce scrap, improve throughput, and increase capacity.
• Design and implement fixtures, tooling, and mistake-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead cost savings initiatives from concept through implementation, including project planning, execution, and validation.
• Maintain and report cost savings metrics and project status to leadership.
• Support capital equipment justification with cost-benefit analyses and ROI calculations.
• Participate in DFM reviews to improve manufacturability and reduce production costs.
• Facilitate root cause analysis and corrective actions using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 6S, standardized work, visual management, and KPI metrics.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/MES systems

Job description

Johnson Electric, a global leader in motion systems, is seeking a Continuous Improvement Process Engineer in Vandalia, OH. You will evaluate current manufacturing processes, develop standardized workflows, and lead cost-saving initiatives from concept to validation.

Strong Lean, OEE, and data analysis skills are required to drive safety, quality and efficiency improvements across production lines. Join a global team focused on manufacturing excellence, responsible for implementing sustainable