Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer (GEMBA)

BlackRock Resources, LLC; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 72,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BlackRock Resources, LLC, south of Greensboro, NC, is seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer for an immediate direct-hire opening. On-site role focusing on Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to optimize productivity and reduce waste.

You will lead multi-plant improvement projects, coach teams in Lean tools, and drive operational excellence across manufacturing operations. This role offers a path to develop cross-functional capabilities within a Fortune 500–scale environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of Production/Manufacturing, Mechanical/Process/Industrial Engineering experience.
• Experience managing Lean workshops across multiple or large sites.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and coaching skills.
• Hands-on experience with 5S, Standard Work, SMED, TPM, VSM, and Pull Flow/Kanban.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ASQ) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving initiatives to improve performance and eliminate waste across one or multiple plants
• Build Operational Excellence capability through coaching, training, and hands-on application of Lean principles (5S, VSM, Hoshin, scrap/WIP reduction)
• Translate business objectives into actionable improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional opportunities
• Lead Gemba activities — Muda hunting, root cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions
• Drive measurable results in productivity, quality, lead time, and inventory while building autonomous CI capability within teams

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem-solving

Coaching

Tools

5S

VSM

Hoshin

Scrap/WIP reduction

Job description

Immediate Need | Direct Hire

Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

South of Greensboro, NC | On-Site

Up to $120,000

Why Work For Our Client?

• Fortune 500 global leader in tooling, engineered components, and advanced materials — trusted worldwide for over 80 years
• Be part of a Smart Factory initiative shaping the future of next-generation manufacturing
• Cross-functional exposure across engineering, operations, and global customers — strong career growth potential
• Competitive benefits, commitment to employee development, and the stability of a publicly traded organization

What You'll Do:

• Lead complex Lean and Six Sigma problem-solving initiatives to improve performance and eliminate waste across one or multiple plants
• Build Operational Excellence capability through coaching, training, and hands-on application of Lean principles (5S, VSM, Hoshin, scrap/WIP reduction)
• Translate business objectives into actionable improvement initiatives and lead cross-functional opportunities
• Lead Gemba activities — Muda hunting, root cause analysis, and sustainable corrective actions
• Drive measurable results in productivity, quality, lead time, and inventory while building autonomous CI capability within teams

Must-Have Qualifications:

• 8+ years of Production/Manufacturing, Mechanical/Process/Industrial Engineering experience
• Experience managing Lean workshops across multiple or large sites
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and coaching skills
• Hands-on experience with 5S, Standard Work, SMED, TPM, VSM, and Pull Flow/Kanban
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (ASQ) a plus