Continuous Improvement Process Engineer

Summary

This role is responsible for driving continuous improvement in scrap reduction across all product lines within the business unit. This role focuses on identifying root causes of material waste and implementing both immediate corrective actions and long-term process improvements.

Essential Functions

• Conducts detailed analysis of scrap to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement for multiple product lines. Implements immediate corrective actions targeting top scarp drivers.
• Monitor and run material usage variance reports to pinpoint variances and execute corrective measures. Become familiar with our ERP system to be able to understand the transactional process to be able to troubleshoot and correct issues to avoid further scrap events.
• Maintain opportunity logs to track unresolved issues and opportunities for improvement and collaborate with stakeholders to escalate and address complex challenges, ensuring timely resolution.
• Lead projects focused on scrap reduction, efficiency improvement, and process optimization by developing and implementing tools to ensure operators have clear protocols for action.
• Actively engage with operators to gather feedback and identify additional process improvement opportunities and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• All other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field. May consider equivalent work experience in lieu of degree
• 2 years engineering experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong computer skills with Excel or JMP, and navigating ERP systems
• Experience with Pareto analysis, lean manufacturing, or Six Sigma tools
• Familiarity with scrap reduction and process control in a manufacturing environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams
• Ability to lead and influence change on the shop floor
  
  

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