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Continuous Improvement Engineer (Automotive)

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Somerset, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 7/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/15/2026
Incredible opportunity to join one of Kentucky's premier automotive manufacturers as a Continuous Improvement Engineer // Off shift (2nd or 3rd)

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Craig Rosecrans

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Salary: $90,000 - $105,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a leading automotive manufacturer producing precision rubber and plastic components for major automotive OEMs. They are looking to add a Continuous Improvement Engineer who is passionate about Lean Manufacturing, operational excellence, and improving manufacturing performance through data-driven decision making.

This individual will partner closely with Engineering, Production, Maintenance, and Quality to identify improvement opportunities, reduce waste, optimize manufacturing processes, and increase overall plant efficiency.

If you enjoy spending time on the manufacturing floor, leading Lean initiatives, and seeing the direct impact of your work, this is an outstanding opportunity.

Why join us?

  • Competitive Base Salary
  • Company paid health plan for employees
  • Dental and Vision, FSA, HSA
  • Small team, autonomy
  • Many more great perks!

Job Details

Responsibilities

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing scrap, improving OEE, and optimizing cycle times.

Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.

Analyze manufacturing data to identify process improvement opportunities.

Conduct Root Cause Analysis utilizing 8D, Fishbone, and 5 Why methodologies.

Improve process capability and reduce variation throughout manufacturing operations.

Support APQP, PPAP, and FMEA activities for new and existing products.

Improve tooling performance and reduce mold changeover times.

Develop Standard Work and manufacturing documentation.

Lead automation and process improvement initiatives.

Train manufacturing personnel on Lean methodologies and Continuous Improvement tools.

Support new product launches and manufacturing process development.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related Engineering discipline

2 years of Automotive Manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing experience

Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred)

Strong analytical and data analysis skills

Experience with APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and IATF 16949

Preferred Experience

Plastic or Rubber Injection Molding

Automotive Tier 1 manufacturing

Automotive sealing systems

OEE improvement initiatives

Scrap reduction

Cycle time optimization

Tooling optimization

Automation projects

Excel and Minitab

This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful operational improvements within a growing automotive manufacturing environment where continuous improvement is a core part of the company's culture. The right individual will have the autonomy to drive change, improve manufacturing performance, and make a measurable impact across the plant.

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Salary : $90,000 - $105,000

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