OPX Engineer II

Kelvion Products Inc; Catoosa (OK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelvion Products Inc in Catoosa, OK is seeking an Operational Excellence Engineer II to lead cross-functional improvement projects that boost efficiency, reduce costs, and improve process reliability. The role applies advanced Lean tools, facilitates Kaizen workshops, and supports root-cause analysis while partnering with production, engineering, and quality teams.

The successful candidate will mentor junior OPX staff, strengthen the continuous improvement culture, and drive sustained gains

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement.
• Experience with Lean / CI / OPX tools is preferred. Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional OPX projects to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance quality.
• Develop value stream maps and identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and train teams on Lean / CI / OPX tools.
• Analyze complex data sets using statistical methods and software to drive improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering and operations to support manufacturing processes, deciding on best OPX approach and escalating risks.
• Teach and coach junior engineers and specialists on Lean / CI / OPX methodologies.
• All other duties assigned.

Skills

Lean tools

Kaizen

Root-cause analysis

Mentoring

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

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Indirect Catoosa, OK, US

POSITION SUMMARY

The Operational Excellence Engineer II leads cross-functional improvement projects that deliver measurable gains in efficiency, cost reduction, and process reliability. This role applies advanced Lean tools, facilitates Kaizen workshops, and support root‑cause analysis to solve complex operational problems. It partners with production, engineering, and quality teams to optimize processes, improve standard work, and ensure improvements are sustained through effective systems, training and performance monitoring. This position works independently, mentoring junior OPX staff, and plays a key role in strengthening the organization’s continuous improvement culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

• Lead cross-functional OPX projects to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance quality, being accountable for outcomes.
• Develop value stream maps and identify improvement opportunities.
• Facilitate Kaizen workshops and train teams on Lean / CI / OPX tools, owning deployment and sustainability.
• Analyze complex data sets using statistical methods and software to drive improvement initiatives.
• Partner with engineering and operations to support manufacturing processes, deciding on best OPX approach to use and escalating risks.
• Teaching and coaching junior engineers and specialists on Lean / CI / OPX methodologies.
• All other duties assigned.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure Kelvion’s Standard of Excellence, which includes quality, is incorporated into every product we produce.
• Follow all company policies and procedures, including but not limited to Global Code of Business Principles, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Vision and Values, Operational Framework.
• Proficiency in Lean / CI / OPX tools, and structured problem solving (Six Sigma as a plus).
• Experience leading improvement projects with measurable results.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 2 - 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process improvement.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; reach with hands, arms, and shoulders. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee occasionally will be required to hand lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.