Senior Lean Engineer — Drive Operational Excellence

Boston Scientific; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Scientific in Maple Grove, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to advance lean and continuous improvement, eliminating waste and optimizing value across production, new product development and business processes.

You will lead cross-functional projects, mentor team members, design layouts, and deliver training in Lean practices, with opportunities to drive year-over-year performance gains and contribute to a global health technology leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering is required.
• Minimum of 5 years' of professional experience in an engineering, manufacturing, operations, process improvement, or related role.
• Advanced knowledge of Lean practices, Systems and Tools.
• Proficient user of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Excel, Power Point, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Apply Lean tools and methodologies, including value stream mapping, line balancing, mistake-proofing, pull systems, standard work, changeover reduction, statistical analysis, line design, and strategic planning.
• Manage cross-functional projects focused on problem-solving, process improvement, and operational excellence.
• Lead Kaizen events and improvement initiatives to enhance quality, cost, delivery, and safety performance.
• Lead facility layout and workstation design projects to improve workflow, reduce labor effort, and optimize the use of space, equipment, and resources.
• Analyze products, manufacturing processes, and business operations to identify and prioritize improvement opportunities across the value stream.
• Develop and maintain labor standards to support accurate product costing and resource planning.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve labor productivity and drive year-over-year performance gains.
• Promote and coach Lean principles, continuous improvement practices, and an Operational Excellence culture throughout the site.
• Design and deliver Lean and Continuous Improvement training to employees at all levels of the organization.
• Stay current on industry best practices through benchmarking, professional development, and ongoing learning, and apply new knowledge to improve business performance.
• Mentor team members and may supervise co-ops and interns.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Project management

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Boston Scientific in Maple Grove, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to advance lean and continuous improvement, eliminating waste and optimizing value across production, new product development and business processes.

You will lead cross-functional projects, mentor team members, design layouts, and deliver training in Lean practices, with opportunities to drive year-over-year performance gains and contribute to a global health technology leader.