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Operational Excellence Engineer

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components Danville
Danville, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2026
Your responsibilities

Do you get excited about innovative cost-effective initiatives while influencing the buy-in of others? The OPX Engineer is responsible for coordinating major aspects of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement activities across all processes within manufacturing, and as required by the Head of Production. The primary role is continually focus on selected and approved Lean and Continuous Improvement Initiatives to effectively address and resolve performance and efficiency issues throughout the Production process. Through this, it drives impact measures throughout the organization. This position requires a strong commitment to safety

The OPX Engineer serves as an engaged and trusted source in the organization. Success in this role is measured by completing OPX events, managing the IDEAS program, driving SQDC engagement, and implementing lean practices and standards to increase productivity. Key deliverables to ensure success are listed below:

  • Maintains a safe working environment by complying with all safety and environmental policies in the workplace. Advocates for and promotes a safe work environment by reporting Near Misses and/or other safety and environmental hazards, wearing all required PPE and encouraging others to do the same.
  • To manage the tkDC Danville continuous improvement programs and to actively promote continual improvement in all processes.
  • Improve employee satisfaction and communication through the motivation and creation of a high-performance team.
  • Implement programs that boost morale and an environment of innovation and excitement.
  • To create a Lean environment with a focus on creating a strong culture of continuous improvement.
  • Perform value stream mapping activities for all production related processes.
  • To be a self-directed, highly motivated individual who can efficiently and effectively implement improvement ideas and solutions.
  • To provide options, support, and suggestions to improvement teams.
  • To support continuous improvement documentation and reporting, including task lists, reports, benefit summaries and presentations.
  • Coordinate and facilitate internal and external continual improvement meetings and otherwise communicate and collaborate with others.
  • To regularly communicate continual improvement status to the Management group by the use of charts, presentations and reports.
  • To lead cost savings workshops and identify Impact measures on a continuous basis.
  • To eliminate 8 forms of waste for Lean Manufacturing.
  • To plan and conduct Kaizen workshops as requested.
  • To train new and existing employees on Lean techniques, continuous improvement practices and programs.
  • To support the 24-hour production operation through flexible work hours.


Your profile

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor of Science Degree preferred and/or three to five years of demonstrated experience conducting continuous improvement and Lean practices. Continual Improvement and team training experience in a production and manufacturing environment preferred. Preferred previous experience with: 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Eight Deadly Wastes, Kaizen, problem solving. Candidates must possess the following reasoning ability.

Language: Candidate must possess the following language skills.

  • Can speak and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical staff at all levels from operator to management, with OEMs and with visitors.
  • Can read and write to effectively communicate information and technical concepts, and to produce effective written documentation.
  • Has the ability to present information effectively as well as respond to questions from management groups and customers.
  • Can correctly interpret documents such as written instructions, spreadsheets, drawings, and manuals.


Technology: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of:

  • Microsoft Office Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Visio
  • Maximo computerized maintenance management software
  • SAP Integrated Business Software preferred
  • Travel: Occasional travel, up to 10% including international


The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Your benefits

  • Annual Bonus Eligibility of 6% of your base salary!
  • $1.50 Shift Premium; $3,120 Minimum Annual Potential!
  • Perfect Attendance Bonus; $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
  • Performance Productivity Bonus, $2,600 Minimum Annual Potential!
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Supplier Discounts
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Paid Company Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage
  • Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Marathon Health for employees and their dependents 3 years of age.
  • 401(K) Plan with 5% Company match!


Company

thyssenkrupp Dynamic Components is one of the world’s automotive industry leading partners for development and manufacturing of highly complex, state-of-the-art drivetrain technologies for both combustion engines and electric motors. Worldwide, 10 locations with 3,800 employees produce over 25 million drivetrain components per year. The product portfolio includes camshafts and cylinder head cover modules for the valve train as well as rotor shafts for battery electric vehicles.

Our electrical A/C compressor, designed for the natural refrigerant CO2, sets new standards in efficient and sustainable thermal management.

With precision and passion, we are enabling our customers in the automotive industry to achieve their emission and sustainability targets for more than 30 years.

thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components is proud to be Certified by Great Place To Work. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at thyssenkrupp Presta Dynamic Components. This year, 82% of employees said it’s a great place To Work 25 points higher than the average U.S. company. Great Place To Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation.

Contact

We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!

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