Sr. Six Sigma Engineer

EOTECH; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sr. Six Sigma Engineer position at EOTECH is based in Plymouth, MI, and focuses on hands-on manufacturing problem solving and continuous improvement.

You will lead root cause investigations into process yield and product quality, guiding cross-functional teams to rapid, sustainable scrap reduction and process stability. The role requires mentoring teams, deploying DMAIC, and driving data-driven improvements across the manufacturing floor while collaborating with supplier quality,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required; Master’s degree or certifications are a plus.
• Seven or more years in manufacturing/quality engineering or CI.
• Six Sigma Black Belt required; Master Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with data analysis, SPC, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to read complex mechanical drawings and interpret data.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams using Six Sigma, Lean, or Shainin methodologies.
• Develop and maintain SPC tools and control plans.
• Investigate root causes of yield and quality issues.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions with internal and external teams.
• Lead training on problem solving methods and DMAIC.
• Support budget and schedule activities as needed.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Reading mechanical drawings

Data analysis

Six Sigma knowledge

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree or certifications (preferred)

Tools

Minitab

Job description

Position Title

Sr. Six Sigma Engineer

Department

Manufacturing

Classification

Exempt – Indirect

Location

Plymouth, MI 48170

Reports To

Manager of Manufacturing Engineering

Job Summary

The Six Sigma Engineer is a hands‑on manufacturing focused expert in structured problem solving and continuous improvement tools, based at EOTECH headquarters in Plymouth, MI. This engineer will be responsible for leading root cause investigations into process yield and product quality issues, as well as leading data‑driven continuous improvement initiatives. This role will also be responsible for taking quick action to resolve any non‑conformances found and will lead cross‑functional teams to achieve rapid and sustainable improvements in scrap reduction, product quality and process stability.

The successful candidate will be a working leader – leading problem‑solving teams, championing continuous improvement initiatives and metrics, and facilitating on‑site training in problem solving methods. A wide scope of work is expected. The role will include a combination of analytical and hands‑on assignments.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Lead cross functional teams in problem solving activities based on Six‑Sigma, Lean, Shainin or other structured problem‑solving methods.
• Develop and maintain statistical process control tools to provide early detection and reaction to process changes that may impact product quality.
• Effectively interface and collaborate with Supplier Quality and Supply Chain to solve vendor quality issues and maintain an effective supply chain value stream.
• Develop plans, flow charts, inspection methods and procedures (including detailed instructions, checklists, sampling plans, etc.) to assure all products, data and/or services meet specified quality requirements throughout entire product lifecycle.
• Generate and maintain Process Control Plans and FMEAs throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Generate and deploy trend charts, histograms, and other SPC tools monitoring health of processes within the fabrication and assembly departments. Analyze metrics and indicators to determine opportunities for improvement.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions through to resolution in partnership with internal and external parties.
• Lead and educate teams on using the DMAIC process for problem solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage fault investigation and troubleshooting of assembly and test equipment, measuring devices and tools.
• Lead/support certain budget and schedule activities as required by programs and management.
• Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior in accordance with company values.
• Ensure a high level of customer service with both internal and external parties.
• Perform job duties in a manner that maintains compliance with environmental, health and safety regulations, policies, and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

None

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: analytical, problem solving, communication, customer focus, teamwork, organization.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings of complex nature.
• Ability to organize and analyze large volumes of numerical and non‑numerical data.
• Clear and concise communication of findings.
• Extensive application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Expert user/facilitator/trainer of problem‑solving tools. Develop solutions to non‑routine, complex technical problems.
• Works with limited oversight, across multiple departments.
• Lead engineer assigned to high‑profile projects with significant impact to company performance.
• Contacts with production staff, engineers, technical staff, and cross‑functional managers including executive staff.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications are a plus.

EXPERIENCE

• 7+ years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, quality engineering or continuous improvement experience.
• Experience with product/process quality improvement, data analysis tools/Minitab, failure investigation and corrective actions.
• Experience with design and maintenance of assembly fixtures.
• Working proficiency in structured problem solving required.
• Six Sigma‑Black Belt required (Master Black Belt preferred).
• Shainin Journeyman – preferred.

BACKGROUND PREREQUISITES

Must undergo and meet company standards for background check, employment verification and reference checks.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to lasers, moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock. The employee is regularly exposed to low light or dark working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Travel (both ground and air) will be required to visit suppliers and separate manufacturing sites, including international travel.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee is regularly required to sit. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Overtime required. U.S. Citizenship is required.

NOTE: These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. Individuals assigned to perform tasks defined in this job description that are controlled by the ISO program have the authority, consent, and responsibility to carry out those tasks as defined in the program.