Job offer: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Department:

Continuous Improvement

Location:

Pontiac, IL

Job Description:

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for reviewing and monitoring production processes to determine corrective actions within the Pontiac facility.

Responsibilities:

  • Review and analyze production processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend corrective actions.
  • Evaluate plant layout to ensure an efficient manufacturing process and implement improvements in coordination with management.
  • Conduct time and capability studies on existing processes, considering tooling, equipment, personnel, material flow, and handling methods.
  • Apply Lean methodologies, such as poka-yoke, to eliminate waste and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Identify root causes of issues using tools like fishbone diagrams and propose corrective, preventive, and permanent solutions.
  • Plan and lead continuous improvement projects, defining scope, required resources, budgets, and project timelines using Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and other visualization tools.
  • Collaborate with engineers, plant leads, and key personnel to develop solutions based on study findings and industry best practices.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analysis for projects, evaluating ROI and expected performance improvements pre- and post-implementation.
  • Document all project phases, including KPIs, costs, cycle times, and alignment with business objectives.
  • Develop and implement quality initiatives, including preventative maintenance audits and gauge repeatability and reproducibility techniques.
  • Lead root-cause analysis meetings to address quality defects, using data on equipment inefficiencies, downtime, and product defects to drive solutions.
  • Act as a liaison between plant leads, operators, and management to ensure effective communication and a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Encourage plant personnel to contribute improvement ideas through forms and weekly discussion meetings.

Minimum requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and Master’s degree preferred.
  • Fluency in Spanish is valued.
  • Ability and desire to work on-site, in-office at our Pontiac, IL location 100%.
  • Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Interlake Mecalux offers:

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Become part of an industry leading dynamic team with a high focus on delivering results and continuous improvement.
  • 401(k) plan with a generous company match; 100% vested immediately upon contributing and no waiting period to start participating.
  • Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off with the option to cash out unused PTO every year.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance plans, along with dental and vision benefits.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement; specialize in specific areas or gain new skills in different departments.

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