Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Location: Dallas, TX

Position Description:

The Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive process optimization and operational excellence initiatives at our Dallas manufacturing facility. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, develop improvement strategies, and implement sustainable solutions that align with company goals in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives ( Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Waste identification/elimination, Continuous Flow, Material Delivery Systems, sub-assembly, time studies, Kanban/Pull Systems, VA/VE analysis, Heijunka, 5S, Visual & Daily Management.)
• Analyze manufacturing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies and develop data-driven improvement plans.
• Serve as the subject matter expert with respect to Lean practices and tools. Develop the playbook/matrix for the application of such tools.
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective action processes for recurring production issues.
• Facilitate cross-functional improvement projects aimed at increasing throughput, reducing downtime, and optimizing space and materials usage.
• Work closely with production, quality, engineering, and maintenance teams to implement standardized work practices.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and track the impact of continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct time studies, line balancing, and capacity analysis for equipment and labor optimization.
• Train and mentor frontline employees and supervisors on Lean principles and improvement tools.
• Support new equipment and process implementation from a lean and operational efficiency perspective.
  
  

Required Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience in continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering or operational excellence within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in Lean, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt preferred), Kaizen, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering, and production systems-preferably in HVAC, refrigeration, or related items.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems, data analytics tools, and process automation technologies.
• Exceptional communication, and facilitation skills within a track record of driving cultural transformation and operational excellence.
• Ability to work cross-functionally an influence stakeholders at all events without direct authority.
• Proficiency in problem-solving tools such as FMAIC, MEA, SPC, and root cause analysis.
  
  

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field (Master's degree preferred.