Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

generac; Whitewater (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Jeans Day

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer III at our Whitewater, WI facility. You will lead and coach the implementation of lean initiatives across the value stream, applying the Generac Manufacturing System (GMS) and tools like Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, and standard work to eliminate waste.

You will mentor teams, develop standard work, and collaborate with the corporate Continuous Improvement group to advance facility plans and performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• Experience implementing Lean principles in manufacturing/operations.
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and GMS.
• Develop, document, and implement standard work to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor facility teams in Lean principles and tools; align with corporate CI team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

5S

Standard Work

Line/Cell Design

Single Piece Flow

Material Flow

Visual Management

Root Cause Analysis

TPM

SMED

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

GMS (Generac Manufacturing System)

Kanban

PFEP

Job description

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TheContinuous ImprovementEngineerIIIis responsible forleading theimplementation of operational process improvementsutilizingthe Generac Manufacturing System (GMS) across the value stream in a manufacturing or distribution facility.TheContinuous ImprovementEngineerIIIprovides hands on executionand coachingof 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 EngineerIIIprovidesContinuous Improvement solutionsto solve complex process issues.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

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

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• 5yearsof Continuous Improvement,Leanengineeringexperience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5years ofdemonstratedimplementation experience in Lean principles
• Lean, Operationsor Supply Chain Certifications
• Demonstrated experience inflow principles,Kanban, and plan for every part (PFEP)
• Demonstrated experience in project leadership with a diversity of team skills

Knowledge, Skills, 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
• Scheduled events throughout the year that allow …
• 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

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”