Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer - Lean Six Sigma

Howmet; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical and other benefits

Job summary

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in California seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and related methods to boost productivity and quality across manufacturing operations.

You will lead Kaizen events, analyze data (KPIs, FMEA, SPC), and collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS and Supply Chain to sustain improvements. The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 7+ years of manufacturing or process-improvement experience, and ERP (JDE) proficiency; on-site

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (industrial, mechanical, manufacturing) or related field; advanced degrees preferred.
• Lean, Six Sigma (Black Belt), ISO/TS 16949, Kaizen, 5S, TPM, DMAIC certifications.
• 7+ years in manufacturing, production planning, or process improvement; experience with APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA.
• Previous supervisory experience leading salaried teams of 4-7+.
• Knowledge of ERP (JDE), MS Office Suite and productivity tools.
• Strong problem-solving, statistical analysis, project management, and communication skills; proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and process mapping tools.
• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing and production processes to identify areas for improvement using Lean and Six Sigma.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data (KPIs, process audits, FMEA, SPC) to measure improvement effectiveness.
• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events, process audits, and improvement projects; manage timelines, resources, and deliverables.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and standardized work charts.
• Work with engineering, QA, EHS, supply chain, and operations to integrate improvements and ensure sustainability.
• Train and mentor staff on new processes, tools, and improvement techniques.
• Select, develop, and maintain tools, fixtures, and equipment to support process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations; contribute to EHS initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned to meet department goals

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma Black Belt

Kaizen

5S

TPM

DMAIC

Statistical analysis

Project management

ERP systems

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (industrial, mechanical, manufacturing)

Tools

JDE ERP

MS Office Suite

Process mapping tools

Job description

Howmet Aerospace Inc. in California seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to apply Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and related methods to boost productivity and quality across manufacturing operations.

You will lead Kaizen events, analyze data (KPIs, FMEA, SPC), and collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, EHS and Supply Chain to sustain improvements. The role requires a Bachelor’s in engineering, 7+ years of manufacturing or process-improvement experience, and ERP (JDE) proficiency; on-site