Continuous Improvement Engineer

What You’ll Get to Do

The Continuous Improvement Engineer II is focused on business processes, new product development projects, supplier improvement efforts, &/or customer/product issues and reports to the OpEx Manager.

This role is perfect for an individual who wants to develop professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. A vital member of the Continuous Improvement Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

Job responsibilities include:

• • Value Stream Mapping processes, time studies, leading Kaizen events, creating Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, develop: PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, and Job Element Sheets, conducting root cause analysis using 5-Why, Cause & Effect Diagram, A3 tools, New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, creating test validation plans, Gauge Studies, and perform statistical analysis.
  • Can use voice of the customer information to derive decision making. Has training and good understanding on the use of problem-solving tools (5-Why, Logic Tree, Cause & Effect diagram, A3, etc.) to determine root cause analysis and derive countermeasures.
  • An experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. Ability to solve straightforward problems and has a rudimentary understanding of lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools and procedures.  Leading the implementation of lean manufacturing principles to continually improve processes; understands key business drivers, uses this understanding to accomplish own work.
  • Conduct audits, write audit reports, distribute reports, follow up on non-conformances; Create, manage, and distribute Quality Alerts
  • Function as the Quality Assurance representative for the review and approval of CAPAs, Deviations, MDRs, Validations, and QWC; Implement and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System.
  • Support the creation of quality documents for new product launches; Conduct inspections, testing, and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with OBE and industry standards.
  • Respond to and follow up on customers complaints.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in technical field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, mechanical, manufacturing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering)
• 3+ years’ experience and knowledge in Toyota Production Systems, mechanical &/or manufacturing processes, an understanding of drawings, specifications and standards, familiarity with machined parts and their manufacturing processes, and a background of continuous improvement. ISO-9000 &/or TS-16949 Quality System experience beneficial.
• Demonstrates a limited understanding of general business principles.
• CQE, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience preferred ;Quality Engineer certification through ASQ preferred