Continuous Improvement Engineer

ITW • Greenville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Engineer focuses on improving the outcomes of various processes so that, by mapping all the inputs and outputs of a defined business process. This individual is able to recommend different means to improve efficiency, reduce cost or increase customer satisfaction. The Continuous Improvement Engineer develops and measures standard metrics, develops a project plan for implementing improvements and monitors the new process to ensure it works as intended, works with front-line staff and trains employees on continuous improvement subjects. This position will be located in our facility in Greenville, South Carolina.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or closely related field with experience in continuous improvement.
• Must be proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
• Problem solving skills
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S and Six Sigma to be applied to ITW methodologies (In-lining, MRD et al)
• Must be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Communication skills and teamwork
• Work under minimal supervision and able to use critical thinking skills to prioritize activities and projects.
• Be able to work under the pressure of deadlines and satisfactorily meet goals and objectives.
• Capable of lifting 35 lbs.
• Capable of bending and twisting
• The ability to stand or walk for an entire 8-hour shift
• Report on site for core business hours 5 days per week

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform such as PowerBI, PowerApps, PowerAutomate is a plus

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report quantitative data to drive problem solving methods to anticipate potential problems and optimize key metrics for business objectives.
• Generate and review Standard Operating Procedure’s (SOPs) to ensure compliance with standards for performance and capacity measurements as defined by company standards.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement of factory performance in the function areas of safety, quality, service, environment, and cost with visualization tools.
• Utilize defined manufacturing tools to assist in preparing detailed layouts of plant facilities to optimize material handling and product flow.
• Position will act as the primary resource for investigating, troubleshooting, and providing solutions for any process problems.
• Work to identify and drive continuous improvement actions throughout manufacturing processes by participating, leading and coordinating successful Kaizen events.
• Monitor and assess the effective sustainment of standard work to reduce total delivered costs and improve returns on invested capital.
• Coach and train operational supervisors and staff to apply, support, sustain and develop a Continuous Improvement culture.
• Create control plans for improvement efforts such that the improvements gained are sustainable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees