Process Improvement Engineer: Lean, Data-Driven Ops Excellence

Magnera; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer/Specialist to drive operational excellence across U.S. and Canadian operations.

You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, AI-enabled analytics, and data-driven problem solving to uncover productivity, quality, cost and service opportunities and support deployment of the Magnera Operating System (MOS). Responsibilities include leading Kaizen events and DMAIC projects, mapping current and future processes, applying 5S, standard work and visual management,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience; nonwovens, paper, or film manufacturing preferred.
• Experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred; Black Belt a plus and will be expected to achieve in role)
• Proficiency in process mapping, root cause analysis, SPC, and data analytics.
• Experience with Power BI, AI-enabled analytics, and/or digital tools preferred.
• Strong project management, communication
• Up to 50% travel requirement

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational and production data to identify waste, variation, and bottlenecks.
• Lead Kaizen events, DMAIC projects, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Develop current and future-state process maps and implement improvement plans.
• Apply Lean tools including 5S, standard work, visual management, and daily management systems.
• Develop SOPs and standardized processes to improve performance and consistency.
• Monitor KPIs and validate improvements through data analysis and SPC.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Support project pipeline development, project chartering, and benefit tracking.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the Magnera Operating System (MOS)

Skills

Lean & Six Sigma

Data analytics

Process mapping

Root cause analysis

Digital tools

Project management

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Tools

Power BI

SPC software

AI-enabled analytics tools

Job description

Magnera is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer/Specialist to drive operational excellence across U.S. and Canadian operations.

You will apply Lean, Six Sigma, AI-enabled analytics, and data-driven problem solving to uncover productivity, quality, cost and service opportunities and support deployment of the Magnera Operating System (MOS). Responsibilities include leading Kaizen events and DMAIC projects, mapping current and future processes, applying 5S, standard work and visual management,