Operational Excellence EngineerII

Apogee Enterprises Inc; Reed City (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Paid Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

EAP—Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program

Career progression

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Apogee Architectural Metals seeks an Operational Excellence Engineer II to drive process optimization across manufacturing and business operations. This role partners with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain to analyze end-to-end workflows and lead data-driven improvements using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities include leading cross-functional process development, data analysis, and coaching teams in CI tools and problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2-5 years of manufacturing or CI experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional development, standardization, and optimization of manufacturing and business processes to improve capacity, flow, and effectiveness.
• Lead collecting and analyzing operational data to identify inefficiencies and inform solutions.
• Coach supervisors and operators on CI tools, standard work, and problem-solving behaviors.
• Lead Ops initiatives aligned to safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives; drive AMS culture change.
• Travel regionally up to 10% and work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Six Sigma

Facilitation

Data analysis

Influence without authority

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Apogee Architectural Metals

Apogee Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: APOG), founded in 1949 and headquartered in Minneapolis, MN designs and delivers architectural products and services that enclose and enhance commercial buildings. www.apog.com

Apogee Architectural Metals is a segment of Apogee specializing in aluminum framing, windows, storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems. We provide integrated capabilities, including design, engineering, extrusion, finishing, fabrication and assembly, across North America. Through our brands including Alumicor, EFCO, Linetec, Tubelite, and Wausau, we deliver quality, consistency, and value-added services throughout our portfolio.

Position Summary

The Operational Excellence Engineer II plays a critical part in driving operational excellence by leading and executing process optimization initiatives. Partnering closely with operations, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams, the Operational Excellence Engineer evaluates end-to-end workflows, leads data-driven improvements, supports capital investments, and researches emerging technologies and methods to advance operational performance. By leveraging advanced CI methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma, the role ensures alignment with organizational goals and delivers measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

Process Development

• Ability to lead the cross-functional development, standardization, and optimization of manufacturing and business processes, including capital projects from concept through implementation to improve capacity, flow, and operational effectiveness.

Data Analysis

• Lead collecting and analyzing operational and process data to identify inefficiencies, constraints, and performance gaps; conduct research on best practices, technologies, and methods to inform solution development and investment decisions.

Problem Solving

• Ability to lead larger scope projects with a solid understanding of problem-solving process and ability to apply to more complex projects not limited to manufacturing.
• Coach supervisors and operators on CI tools, standard work, and problem-solving behaviors.

Operations/AMS

• Lead the planning and execution of Ops initiatives, driving significant impact on operational performance.
• Drive and lead AMS culture change across the organization. Independently lead CI projects aligned to safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives

Team Collaboration/Mentorship

• Facilitate collaboration across departments to align process improvement goals, provide guidance, and resolve roadblocks.
• Support leaders and frontline teams in developing foundational capability in AMS/Lean tools by providing basic training, technical guidance, and assistance with certification requirements.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
• 2-5 years of manufacturing or CI experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Applied knowledge of CI and Lean methodologies
• Strong facilitation and collaboration skills
• Ability to influence without authority
• Comfort working with operational metrics and data

Work Environment/Travel Requirements

• Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment.
• Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
• Regional day travel is expected with this role.
• Overnight travel requirements will be variable based on projects and business activities, expected up to 10%
• Physical Requirements
• Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
• Incentive Plans
• 401(k) with employer contribution and match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program
• Training and Career Progression

Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.