Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
3+ years of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience in manufacturing
Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects
Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills
Passion for developing people and driving organizational change
Responsibilities
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
Facilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and problem-solving workshops
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR
Coach leaders and production teams on Lean principles
Analyze manufacturing processes and identify improvement opportunities
Standardize successful improvements through visual management and documented processes
Support employee development through hands-on coaching and training
Benefits
Opportunity to make a significant impact in a culture focused on continuous improvement
Hands-on role with real-world problem-solving in a production environment
Collaborative work environment partnering across various departments
Emphasis on employee development and training opportunities
Use of Lean principles to enhance production efficiencies and team dynamics
Full Job Description
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
Are you energized by solving problems, eliminating waste, and helping people succeed?
We're looking for a Lean Manufacturing Engineer who will champion continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. This isn't a desk job-we're looking for someone who enjoys being on the production floor, coaching teams, leading Kaizen events, and helping build a culture where continuous improvement is part of everyday work. What You'll Do
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
Facilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and problem-solving workshops
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and HR
Coach leaders and production teams on Lean principles
Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
Standardize successful improvements through visual management and documented processes
Support employee development through hands-on coaching and training
What You'll Bring
Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
3+ years of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience in manufacturing
Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects
Strong analytical, communication, and facilitation skills
Passion for developing people and driving organizational change
Preferred
Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
Experience in machining, hydraulics, or discrete manufacturing
Knowledge of TPM, SMED, 5S, Kanban, Standard Work, Value Stream Mapping, A3 Problem Solving, and Root Cause Analysis
Make an impact where continuous improvement isn't just a program-it's how we work every day.
