Continuous Improvement Engineer
Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Engineer will lead, support and coordinate hands-on process improvement actions focused on the growth and development of the Matalco production system.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in technical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education
- 5 years continuous improvement related
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Preferred Qualifications
- BS in Industrial, Mechanical, or other Engineering Discipline
- 10 years continuous improvement related
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Job-Specific Knowledge and Skills
Demonstrated understanding and successful application of continuous improvement tools and techniques including Lean and Six Sigma; proficient in data collection, analysis, and decision-making utilizing data software packages such as Excel and Minitab; proficient in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and lead improvement workshops (Kaizen) and projects utilizing continuous improvement methodologies including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
- Drive and promote data driven process standardization, optimization, and innovation aligned with the continuous improvement strategic plan; foster a safety-focused culture of trust and teamwork between and within facilities and departments impacted by improvement projects.
- Analyze key performance metrics/KPI’s for trends, identify process improvement opportunities and develop visual communications systems, reports, and dashboards to capture and communicate the impact of the continuous improvement accomplishments.
- Deliver continuous improvement training, coaching, and mentoring to facilitate knowledge sharing, growth, and development across all Matalco facilities
- Lead improvement projects focused on key plant metrics such as safety, quality, cycle time, delivery, and equipment downtime to generate growth opportunities and positively impact company financials.
- Collaborate and align with members of the local and corporate leadership teams to promote a culture of continuous improvement and positive change; Challenge and change paradigms that inhibit the development and growth of the continuous improvement efforts.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline or equivalent combination of experience and education
- Five years of continuous improvement-related experience
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another engineering discipline
- Ten years of continuous improvement-related experience
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Demonstrated understanding and successful application of Lean and Six Sigma tools and techniques
- Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and decision-making using Excel and Minitab
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
What We Do
Matalco is identified as the employer at its Lordstown, Ohio facility. The available posting describes a multi-craft electrical maintenance role supporting plant production: maintaining and repairing equipment, responding to breakdowns, carrying out preventive maintenance, and helping ensure quality and safety. The listing does not explain what products Matalco makes or state a broader company mission, so those details are not examined here.
