TITLE: Kaizen Engineer

LOCATION: Monroe, GA

PRIMARY DUTIES:

• Adhere to all relevant safety and quality policies and procedures set forth by the company
• Responsible for cycle time studies, peak cycle time reduction, and line balance optimization of
  production lines
• Implement and maintain kanban system for inventory flow control at part washers
• Optimize raw material flow to production lines to reduce/eliminate unnecessary handling
• Support creation and improvement of standard work instructions for the production department, and
  coordinate with training coordinator for implementation at floor-level
• Analyze production data, especially regarding OEE losses, to identify trends and areas for
  improvement/focus
• Work within a cross-functional support team to execute projects in alignment with the essential
  functions outlined above, and perform cost-benefit analysis to justify expenses
• Utilize headcount and capacity data to manage labor forecasting/budgeting for the production
  department
• Follow all other department processes and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor of Science in an engineering field required, preferably industrial
• Must be safety-oriented and very detail-oriented
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Above average computer skills
• Above average proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• 2 years of prior manufacturing experience required

PERKS & BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription 
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options for Medical and Dependent Care
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Floating Holidays (FH)
• Paid Holidays 
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match 
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Professional Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)
• Referral Bonuses
• Paid Volunteer Community Service Day
• Employee, family and friends discount