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Continuous Improvement Engineer

CapstoneONE Search
Knoxville, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/7/2026

We are representing a very prominent manufacturing organization that is actively seeking an Industrial/Continuous Improvement Engineer. The Continuous Improvement Engineer supports manufacturing operations by driving Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. This role partners with plant leadership and production teams to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and standardize best practices across manufacturing processes.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support Lean and continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste reduction, productivity, and process optimization
  • Facilitate Kaizen events and improvement workshops to reduce cycle time, scrap, labor hours, and inventory
  • Train and coach employees on Lean tools and concepts including standardized work, 5S, Job Instruction, and Just-In-Time
  • Support plant floor layout optimization, material flow, and new program or product launches
  • Serve as a subject matter expert for problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts


Qualifications

  • Bachelor Degree in Engineering (or related) equivalent preferred
  • 3–4 years of automotive manufacturing experience preferred
  • Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and CI tools (A3, 5 Why, Fishbone, etc.)
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; CAD experience is a plus

Salary : $90,000 - $110,000

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