Operations Excellence Engineer

Metal Technologies; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing firm is seeking an Operational Excellence Engineer to oversee and manage continual improvement activities within the company. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field, along with Lean Six Sigma certification. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in engineering or project management in manufacturing, with strong problem-solving and leadership skills. This position is full-time, with responsibilities that include enhancing productivity and efficiency on the production floor.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an engineer or project manager in manufacturing.
• 2+ years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage Operational Excellence processes and projects.
• Assist plant operations in improving manufacturing efficiencies.
• Provide direction and guidance for plant level projects.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or management

Lean Six Sigma certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Pro/E

Job description

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The Operational Excellence Engineer oversees and participates in continual improvement activities. Works with all functional areas to improve safety, reduce scrap, minimize cost, maximize productivity, improve processes, achieve organizational objectives, and ensure continual improvements in meeting internal and external customer requirements. Conceptualizes improvements and assists in developing business cases. Primary responsibility for ensuring the MTI Operating System is maintained and promoted across the company.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Owner of MTI Operating System (“Operational Excellence”)
• Manages and directs Operational Excellence processes, projects, and activities.
• Assist plant operations in identifying, prioritizing, and driving manufacturing efficiencies by utilizing continuous improvement techniques and opportunities.
• Provides direction and guidance with cost justification to ensure deliverables are achieved for plant level projects.
• Provides structure to Operational Excellence projects to ensure standardized processes are created and being used.
• Utilize benchmarking process for resolving plant issues, identifying waste in the process and to determine plant and industry best practices.
• Manage the investigation of operational issues by gathering / evaluating data and the development of recommended solutions.
• Perform DOEs to resolve process variation and test out new lower cost products, materials, or processes to create to reduce operating cost and implement best practices.
• Tracking and reporting of Operational Excellence projects to plant and corporate management team.
• Manages the design and layout of equipment, materials, and workspaces to maximize efficiency and utilization.
• Influence the use of Capital investment based on data and process analysis to drive continual improvement.
• Assist with fiscal year plant planning of improvement project opportunities and goal creation.
• Assist with creating and maintain standard work.
• Manage projects and other duties as assigned.
• Provide training to project champions as needed.

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability Requirements

• Excellent problem solving, communication, analytical, and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively organize multiple tasks.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts.
• Understanding of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with project management tools and/or software.
• Acknowledges the need for continued personal and professional growth.

Working Conditions

• The Operational Excellence Engineer will reside in the office and on the production floor. Must be able to adhere to conditions in the plant.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Management, or related field required.
• Lean Six Sigma – Green or Black belt.
• 5 or more years of experience as an engineer or project manager in a manufacturing setting preferred.
• 2 or more years of experience in a supervisory or managerial role preferred.
• Experience with CAD and/or 3‑D modeling such as AutoCAD and/or Pro/E preferred.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Strategy/Planning

Industries

Manufacturing