Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer

MTU Onsite Energy Corp.; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead initiatives that enhance manufacturing efficiency. In this role, you will leverage lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to drive process improvements across all operations. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will develop and implement strategies that optimize resource utilization and improve business processes. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and excellence. If you are passionate about continuous improvement and have a strong engineering background, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5 years of process improvement engineering experience or 9 years in total.
• Excellent knowledge of lean principles and process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of lean concepts to enhance efficiency.
• Develop project plans for manufacturing to optimize product flow.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication on project progress.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

MS Visio

MS Project

Job description

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Job Description

Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer

Pioneer the next generation of innovation. Join us and you’ll develop your skills and expertise to the very highest levels, working in an international environment for a company known the world over for its brilliance.

Position Summary: The Sr. Continuous Improvement Engineer will lead organizational effectiveness initiatives spanning all manufacturing processes and procedures to ensure efficient utilization of resources.

Key Accountabilities:

• Utilizing lean manufacturing and/or six sigma to lead the implementation of lean concepts to groups to promote efficient staff and facility utilization.
• Organize a project plan for manufacturing floor to gain efficiency of movement of product flow.
• Plan and establish sequence of operations to transfer and assemble parts or products and to promote efficient utilization.
• Develop and recommend methods for improving accuracy, efficiency and speed of business processes and provide lean and problem-solving training to personnel.
• Develop and implement project plans to attain business goals.
• Communicate with management to develop production, material, and overall process standards.
• Facilitate the communication to stakeholders on schedules, meetings, progress and pending issues, on a regular basis.
• Serve as Project Manager for designated continuous improvement projects as assigned by management and report on workloads, issues, and pending problems.
• Anticipate schedule delays including those stemming from risks, multi-project resources and integration conflicts and initiate corrective action plans.
• Facilitate the resolution of conflicts encountered during the management of continuous improvement projects.
• Promote a compliance culture in area of responsibility and live the letter and the spirit of the Rolls Royce Code of Conduct.
• Perform special projects as required.

Basic Requirements:

• A Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering and 5 years of process improvement engineering experience or 9 years of process improvement engineering experience.
• Excellent knowledge of process improvement methodologies, lean principles and techniques, such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Theory of Constraints.
• Excellent knowledge of business and manufacturing processes, material flow and management systems.
• Strong analytical and problem solving ability when issues are very complex.
• Strong oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong organizational, planning and follow-up skills.
• Proficient with PC, MS Office Suite, MS Visio, & MS Project.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or IPMA (Level C) certification.
• Six Sigma Black Belt or other Lean certification.

Rolls-Royce is a Military Friendly Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to developing a diverse workforce and an inclusive working environment. We believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures give us different perspectives. And the more perspectives we have, the more successful we’ll be.

Job Posting Date: 14 Apr 2025; 00:04

Pay Range: $90,985 - $136,477-Annually

Location: Mankato, MN

Benefits: Rolls-Royce provides a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that includes base pay and a discretionary bonus plan. Eligible employees may have the opportunity to enroll in other benefits, including health, dental, vision, disability, life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance; a flexible spending account; a health savings account; a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off; certain paid holidays; paid parental and family care leave; tuition reimbursement; and a long-term incentive plan.

The Business Unit: Power Systems of Rolls-Royce provides world-class power solutions and complete life-cycle support under our product and solution brand mtu. Through digitalization and electrification, we strive to develop drive and power generation solutions that are even cleaner and smarter and thus provide answers to the challenges posed by the rapidly growing societal demands for energy and mobility.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Machinery Manufacturing