Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

Generac Power Systems Inc.; Trenton (SC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in building materials is looking for a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer. The role focuses on leading operational process improvements in manufacturing using Lean principles. This position requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience, making it ideal for someone looking to impact organizational efficiency. Competitive benefits and a collaborative culture are key draws for candidates.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, 401k

Employee activities

Team-building events

Casual dress code

Product loan and discount programs

Qualifications

• 5 years of Continuous Improvement, Lean engineering experience.
• 5 years of demonstrated implementation experience in Lean principles.

Responsibilities

• Coach and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles.
• Develop and implement standard work for continuous improvement.
• Mentor facility team members on Lean principles.

Skills

Lean Principles

KPI Analysis

Project Leadership

Coaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Lean Manufacturing Tools

Job description

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The Continuous Improvement Engineer III is responsible for leading the implementation of operational process improvements utilizing the Generac Manufacturing System (GMS) across the value stream in a manufacturing or distribution facility. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides hands on execution and coaching of the lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving, etc.) and tools to eliminate waste in all operations functions. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving, etc.) and the GMS.
• Coach others to develop and implement Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues
• Develop, document, and implement standard work to provide a basis of continuous improvement.
• Mentor and guide facility team members and peers in the understanding, use and implementation of Lean principles and tools.
• Participate in the implementation of standards and programs with the corporate Continuous Improvement team.
• Participate in the implementation of facility strategic plans and initiatives.
• Facilitate the flow of information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 5 years of Continuous Improvement, Lean engineering experience
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of demonstrated implementation experience in Lean principles
• Lean, Operations or Supply Chain Certifications
• Demonstrated experience in flow principles, Kanban, and plan for every part Demonstrated experience in project leadership with a diversity of team skills
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Experiment and Push Boundaries – Designs/implements facility solutions that challenge the norm
• Ideate & Breakthrough – Analyzes and implements successful facility change
• Continuous Improvement – Uses KPI’s to create reliable/sustainable improvements, drives standard work, focuses on process
• Drive to Win – Sets high performance standards, Monitors/redirects ensuring project results, Coaches balance, problem solving, improved customer/employee experience
  
  

Great Reasons To Work For Generac

• Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more
• Many employee activities
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow our employees, both current and retirees, to gather together and enjoy their time with their families and co-workers
• Pride! When a storm strikes, Generac employees always rise to the occasion. Each time a storm hits many employees volunteer their time with the customer support team or on the production line while others go right into storm-affected areas to repair generators
• We believe in having fun. From minor celebrations to major events, our employees balance their work by building a strong culture of teamwork and collaboration through a variety of occasions, including our Fun Days.
• Every day is Jeans Day! Dress for your day.
• Product loan and discount programs

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Building Materials

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