Onsite Entry-Level Lean & Process Improvement Engineer

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc.; Plymouth (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Continuous Improvement Engineer for an onsite role in Plymouth, MN. The position focuses on manufacturing operations, applying Lean methods to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics on the production floor.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and have 0–2 years of experience, with strong analytical and collaborative skills to drive data-driven improvements in a medical device environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
• Ability to analyze data and processes
• Structured problem-solving methodologies
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Local candidates preferred

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, material flow, labor utilization, capacity, and performance metrics.
• Conduct root cause analysis and support corrective actions.
• Facilitate Lean activities including 5S, visual management, standard work, and Kaizen events.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve site-to-site consistency and dashboards.
• Support facility design, layout optimization, and material flow improvements to enhance safety and efficiency

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Data analysis

Structured problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Kaizen events

5S

Job description

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Continuous Improvement Engineer for an onsite role in Plymouth, MN. The position focuses on manufacturing operations, applying Lean methods to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost metrics on the production floor.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and have 0–2 years of experience, with strong analytical and collaborative skills to drive data-driven improvements in a medical device environment.