Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Industrial Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive operational excellence across our manufacturing and industrial processes. The successful candidate will be a champion of continuous improvement, utilizing methodologies like Lean, Six Sigma, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, enhance quality, and reduce costs in a hands-on, industrial setting. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent project management skills, and the ability to lead change across all levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Initiate, manage, and execute continuous improvement projects using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC/DMADV), and TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) to achieve measurable business results (safety, quality, delivery, cost).
• Process Analysis & Mapping: Conduct detailed workflow analysis and value stream mapping (VSM) to identify bottlenecks, waste (Muda), constraints, and non-value-added steps in production, supply chain, and administrative processes.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Collect, analyze, and interpret performance data to quantify opportunities, establish baselines, and validate improvements. Utilize statistical tools to solve complex problems and ensure sustainable solutions.
• Project Management: Manage a portfolio of continuous improvement projects, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and deliver the intended benefits.
• Training & Mentorship: Develop and deliver training on CI tools and concepts (e.g., 5S, Standard Work, Kaizen, SPC) to build a culture of continuous improvement and empower frontline employees.
• Standardization: Develop, document, and implement Standard Work and best practices across the facility to ensure consistency and sustain improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to implement changes and embed continuous improvement practices into daily routines, especially within the industrial environments.

Qualifications

Required

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a continuous improvement role within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, or production environment.

• Certifications/Expertise:

• - Demonstrated experience applying Lean principles (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, SMED, Kanban).

  • Proficiency in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and workflow analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) pillars and implementation.

• Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis and statistical software (e.g., Minitab, Excel). Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Certification: Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience: Experience with advanced manufacturing systems or Industry 4.0 concepts.

You should be proficient in:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Continuous Improvement
• 5 Why (Root Cause Analysis Method)
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
• Design for Assembly (DFA)
• Kaizen
• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Six Sigma Experience
• Operational Metrics & KPI Management
• Operational Risk Management
• High-level Operations Analysis
• Quality Control Data Analysis
• Engineering Degree
• Root Cause Analysis