Continuous Improvement Engineer
On-siteHouston, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Interface directly with production teams to identify improvement opportunities and gather requirements for system enhancements. Create automated dashboards and reporting systems for production performance tracking. Partner with IT to develop and implement automation solutions, conduct gap analyses of manufacturing systems, and develop detailed business cases for digitalization initiatives. Facilitate Kaizen events, lead change management efforts, and present improvement recommendations to senior management with ROI justification. Establish and monitor key performance indicators to measure effectiveness while providing training to operations teams on new systems and improved processes.
Required Qualifications
- Proficiency in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools with focus on system optimization
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for conducting gap analysis and identifying system improvement opportunities
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing systems including MES, ERP, SCADA, and data visualization platforms for digitalization initiatives
- Effective communication and presentation skills for all organizational levels, particularly for business case presentations
- Change management skills to drive system implementations and process improvements across multiple departments
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Visio, project management software, and statistical analysis tools
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field
- Minimum 1-2 Years' experience in Continuous improvement role or similar Engineering disciplines
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with process mapping, value stream mapping, and gap analysis methodologies for system improvement identification
- Excellent project management skills with ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple system enhancement initiatives
- Programming skills (Python, SQL, VBA) for data analysis, system integration, and process automation development
- Business case development expertise including ROI analysis and project justification for digitalization investments
- Knowledge of system integration methodologies and digital transformation best practices
- Familiarity with automation technologies and Industry 4.0 solutions for manufacturing environments
- Leadership capabilities to facilitate cross-functional collaboration with IT, Quality, and Process Engineering teams
- 3-5 years of continuous improvement experience with focus on system optimization and digitalization initiatives
- Proven track record of successful cross-functional collaboration with IT departments on system improvement projects
- Background in digital transformation and Industry 4.0 implementation projects
- Prefer Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Information Systems
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