The Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer will combine hands-on manufacturing engineering expertise with a focus on driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies. The ideal candidate will support production operations, optimize processes, lead improvement projects, and foster a culture of operational excellence across our Birmingham, Alabama and Bethlehem, PA facilities.
You will make an impact in this role by:
- Supporting all Lean activities in Birmingham, Alabama, and Bethlehem, PA.
- Providing technical support to manufacturing departments to ensure design standards, quality, and cost targets are met.
- Developing and reviewing assembly methods, tooling drawings, floor layouts, and manufacturing cells.
- Establishing product acceptance criteria and support pre-production runs.
- Collaborating with Materials and Quality teams to select vendors and develop work instructions and procedures.
- Analyzing and evaluating current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop and execute improvement plans.
- Leading cross-functional teams in process improvement projects, including facilitating meetings/workshops and communicating project updates.
- Training and coaching employees on CI methodologies, tools, and techniques.
- Ensuring that all projects and initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and objectives.
- Tracking and reporting on the progress of CI initiatives, including identifying and addressing any barriers to success.
- Collaborating with key stakeholders to drive cultural change and create a CI mindset throughout the organization.
- Identifying opportunities for automation, workflow optimization, and cost savings.
- Creating Value Stream Maps and other Lean documentation to visualize and improve processes.
Requirements
To be considered for the Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer role, you must have the following minimum qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Manufacturing Technology preferred). Experience will be considered.
- 5-7 years prior Manufacturing Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
- At least 5 years of experience in a CI/Lean role with a proven history of implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies and tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, or Shop Floor Management.
- Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent experience.
- Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, apply geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T), and develop manufacturing layouts.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Project Management certification (PMP or Prince2) a plus.
- Light 2D CAD knowledge.
- Experience as a Manufacturing/Production Engineer.
- Experience in factory planning and logistics.
HYDAC offers employees a comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan, paid holidays, PTO, 401k with company matching, FSA account, short term disability and life insurance, and pet insurance.
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