Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Crawfordsville, IN, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Other • Biotech
The Role
The Continuous Improvement Engineer will enhance operational efficiency by implementing Lean techniques, facilitating training, and collaborating on process improvements across various production areas.
Summary Generated by Built In

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

With interesting opportunities in engineering, marketing, sales, supply chain, operations, HR, finance, and more across more than 40 diverse businesses around the globe, chances are, we have something special for you.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Responsible for operational improvements and removal of waste in manufacturing and business processes across all value streams in the operation including Supply Chain, Molding, Machining, Assembly, and Shipping.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Facilitate Kaizen and Rapid Improvement Events (RIE) activities to aid in the improvement of safety, quality, cost, delivery, and overall performance of the Operations.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering and Value Stream Managers to assess and prioritize continuous improvement actions.
  • Facilitate training and development in Lean techniques.
  • Analyze job assignments, determine estimated time to complete each assignment and measure performance using timelines and objective data.
  • Maintain detailed knowledge of conventional and NC/CNC manufacturing equipment, manufacturing technologies, time standards techniques, cost quoting and work in these areas as required.
  • Conduct studies, perform capital research, serve on special teams and provide support for Global Sourcing, Manufacturing, Value Streams, Engineering, or other initiatives as required.
  • Assist in the development of a safe working environment through the use of occupational safety and health standards including ergonomic principles.
  • Facilitate the performance management process for all direct reports including technical effectiveness and career development opportunities.
  • Improve employee engagement while driving performance accountability with direct reports through the utilization of situational leadership.
  • Provide a work environment which adheres to all compliance and regulatory guidelines.
  • Perform other job duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Experience with Lean fundamentals, or similar CI methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills

Preferred

  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
  • Experience in manufacturing, or process‑driven environments
  • Familiarity with ERP/MES systems
  • Project management experience

Key Competencies

  • Lean fundamentals and processes
  • Leading and participating in Kaizen or Rapid Improvement Events (RIE)
  • Ability to influence without authority
  • Collaborative team player

Are you ready to join a different kind of company where our people, our culture, and our commitments are centered around providing trusted solutions that improve lives around the world?

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants:  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field or equivalent experience
  • Experience with Lean fundamentals, or similar CI methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Excellent communication and facilitation skills
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The Company
Northbrook, IL
2,112 Employees

What We Do

IDEX (NYSE: IEX) is a company that has undoubtedly touched your life in some way. In fact, IDEX businesses make thousands of products that are mission-critical components in everyday activities. Chances are the car you’re driving has a BAND-IT® clamp holding your side airbag safely in place. If you were ever in a car accident, a Hurst Jaws of Life® rescue tool may have saved your life. If you or a family member is battling cancer, your doctor may have tested your DNA in a quest to find the best targeted medicine for you. It’s likely your DNA test was run on equipment that contains components made by our growing IDEX Health & Science team.

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