Lean Engineer

Who are Composite Resources and Re:Build Manufacturing?

Re:Build CR, LLC (Composite Resources), a Re:Build Manufacturing, LLC company, is an innovative, rapidly growing manufacturer of composite components and tooling located in Rock Hill, SC. Our constantly evolving portfolio of projects includes parts and assemblies for clients in the aerospace and defense industries. At Composite Resources, we embrace a culture defined by teamwork, ownership, and accountability.

Re:Build Manufacturing is a growing family of industrial and engineering businesses combining enabling technologies, operational superiority, and strategic M&A to build America’s next generation industrial company. At Re:Build we deploy deep expertise in engineering, operations management, and technology to supercharge the performance of our member companies. We leverage deep professional expertise and a candid, principled operating culture to drive differentiated outcomes. Ours is a fast-paced environment where individuals can stretch and be challenged to pursue their fullest potential.

Re:Build was founded to pioneer a profitable model for the revitalization of US manufacturing. We’ve assembled a powerful set of complimentary capabilities and lines of business that enable us to pursue a wide range of end markets. Our acquired businesses are grounded in build-to-print and by-the-hour engineering and design services, and we’re leveraging their combined expertise to migrate to increasingly sophisticated program development and production, as well as the generation of our own products. Our unique set of capabilities lend themselves to highly complex systems and products, and we offer customers a range of services including product and systems design, automation, fabrication, assembly, and large volume contract manufacturing. Our customers span a wide array of industries including aerospace, defense, mobility, healthcare, pharma, biotech, clean tech, chemicals, energy, lifestyle, food production, and industrial equipment.

Who are we looking for?

Re:Build Composite Resources is seeking a Lean Engineer to support and lead efforts in driving operational excellence across our Rock Hill, SC facility. This role is a key member of our engineering and operations team, focused on delivering process innovation, control, and continuous improvement across all facets of the business. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, data-driven, and passionate about applying Lean and Six Sigma principles to create lasting impact and foster a culture of sustainable change.

What you get to do!

• Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as 5S, A3, visual management, standard work, Kanban, and waste reduction strategies
• Facilitate Kaizen and improvement events to drive gains in safety, quality, delivery, and productivity
• Create process layouts and job instructions that support lean flow and optimized operations
• Lead projects that improve process capability through variation reduction, error-proofing, and statistical process control
• Map and document processes, identify performance gaps, and implement corrective action plans
• Collect and analyze operational data to drive data-informed decision making
• Perform cost-benefit analysis on proposed process changes and track return on investment
• Train and coach multi-functional teams on Lean principles, tools, and methodologies
• Support Value Stream Mapping and long-term value stream transformation plans
• Ensure sustainment of improvements through auditing, coaching, and documented standards
• Collaborate multi-functionally to align continuous improvement goals with business strategy
• Support Re:Build’s culture of integrity, trust, ownership, and high ethical standards in all interactions

What you will bring to the Team

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• 3-5 years of experience applying Lean methodologies in a production setting
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
• Self-starter with a collaborative approach and a passion for continuous learning and improvement

We are a company who is going to make a difference in the industries and the communities in which we choose to operate.

Every employee of Re:Build will share ownership in the company and will share in the financial rewards of the success we achieve together, at all levels of the company!

We want to work with people that reflect the communities in which we operate

Re:Build Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, marital status, parental status, cultural background, organizational level, work styles, tenure and life experiences. Or for any other reason.

Re:Build is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected] or you may call us at 617.909.6275.