Smart Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Engineer

Major Tool & Machine; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits including health/DV

401k company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Job summary

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 technologies. You will lead process improvements, map workflows, and implement data-driven solutions to boost quality and efficiency.

Collaborating with IT, Engineering, and Quality, you will develop SOPs, train staff on new systems, and evaluate tools such as real-time dashboards, IoT sensors, and MES integrations to deliver measurable

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience in a continuous improvement or process engineering role.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with AutoCAD and/or Inventor preferred.
• Proven experience or interest in Industry 4.0 technologies, such as digital work instructions, smart sensors, or connected factory tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and resolve inefficiencies and quality challenges across all manufacturing areas.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives in collaboration with production leaders, using Lean tools such as 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, OEE, and Poka-Yoke.
• Conduct detailed time studies and process mapping to streamline workflows and reduce waste.
• Evaluate and recommend new tools, automation, data collection systems, or digital technologies aligned with Industry 4.0 principles.
• Analyze new technology investments for feasibility, implementation impact, and calculate ROI to support capital expenditure proposals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including IT, Engineering, and Quality) to pilot and implement smart manufacturing solutions.
• Develop, revise, and maintain SOPs and Work Instructions, ensuring they reflect best practices and updated process changes.
• Create visual work instructions and training tools, assist in training staff on new systems and procedures.
• Collect, analyze, and report data related to process performance, cost savings, and improvement KPI's.
• Support layout redesigns, material flow optimization, and ergonomic improvements on the shop floor.
• Contribute to CAPA activities by identifying root causes of process failures and implementing sustainable fixes.

Skills

5S

Value Stream Mapping

Kaizen

Root Cause Analysis

OEE

Poka-Yoke

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

MES integration

Job description

Major Tool & Machine in Indianapolis, IN, seeks a Continuous Improvement Engineer to optimize manufacturing operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 technologies. You will lead process improvements, map workflows, and implement data-driven solutions to boost quality and efficiency.

Collaborating with IT, Engineering, and Quality, you will develop SOPs, train staff on new systems, and evaluate tools such as real-time dashboards, IoT sensors, and MES integrations to deliver measurable