Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

JOB IS LOCATED ON SITE IN KY. RELOCATION PKG. IS PROVIDED.

Premier interior products printing company in KY is busy. Due to growth they are hiring a Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead and drive continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities Include:

• Drive Lean manufacturing practices, Six Sigma methodologies, and standardized work across operations.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping exercises, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, visual management systems, and operational dashboards.
• Identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, delivery performance, and manufacturing costs.
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and other functional teams to implement sustainable process improvements.
• Promote a culture of operational excellence, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Support capital projects, equipment installations, and operational changes by ensuring efficient process design.

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience. Print industry preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years leading continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects and influencing organizational change.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and project management software a plus.
• Experience supporting capital projects and manufacturing process optimization a plus.

Excellent opportunity with career growth potential

Starting salary range between $100,000 - $115,000 + benefits, 401k, and relocation assistance.

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Company Description

Nationwide, recruiting firm for the Printing & Packaging industries representing premier firms.\r\nWe treat candidate information in strict confidence.