Operational Excellence Engineer - Global Standardization

1000 Micron Technology, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid family leave

Robust paid time-off program

Job summary

1000 Micron Technology, Inc. is seeking an Operational Excellence & TPM Engineer in Boise, Idaho. This role focuses on implementing Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and driving global operational excellence initiatives to improve performance and reliability in Facilities operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement. A strong background in Lean Manufacturing, analytical skills, and effective communication are key to success in this highly impactful role.

Micron offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, operational excellence or continuous improvement.
• Experience implementing TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
• Conduct audits to ensure alignment with operational excellence standards.
• Develop and standardize maintenance methods and SOPs.

Skills

Implementing TPM

Process standardization

Lean Manufacturing

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all. Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever. As an Operational Excellence & TPM Engineer at Micron, you will lead the implementation of systems and programs that improve performance and reliability for our global Facilities operations. This is a highly impactful, global-facing role where you will be the champion for fostering a continuous improvement culture that drives operational and reliability excellence. You will collaborate with multi‑functional teams to implement and scale programs worldwide and play a key role in deploying Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), standardizing procedures, and implementing new operational solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) at your assigned site(s) by conducting training sessions and workshops.
• Lead global operational excellence initiatives focusing on process standardization, performance improvement, and waste reduction.
• Design, develop and deliver innovative solutions that support a high-performance culture and enhance organization effectiveness.
• Analyze maintenance and operations data to identify performance, reliability, and cost improvement opportunities.
• Conduct audits to ensure alignment with TPM and operational excellence standards.
• Develop and standardize standard methodologies, maintenance methods, and SOPs.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years experience in manufacturing, operational excellence, or continuous improvement.
• Experience implementing TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience in cross‑functional collaboration and project execution.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Excel.

Benefits

Micron offers a range of benefits to support your personal wellbeing and professional growth. You will have a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans in all locations, and benefit programs to protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, paid family leave, a robust paid time‑off program, and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.

EEO & Equal Opportunity

Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.