Lean Industrial Engineer
On-siteLancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Analyze current laboratory processes to identify automation and lean improvement opportunities. Lead Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and other initiatives to eliminate waste and improve flow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure automation aligns with lean goals and business objectives. Conduct root cause analysis for process failures and implement corrective actions. Monitor key performance indicators related to efficiency, downtime, and quality. Develop tools to quantify labor savings, waste reduction, and carbon footprint impact. Train staff on lean principles and manage projects through completion while personally executing action items.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience
- Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship
- Full-time employment
- Monday-Friday schedule
- 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. hours
- Overtime availability as needed
- Residency within a commutable distance of Lancaster, PA
Desired Qualifications
- Basic understanding of Lean methodology
- Exposure to Lean concepts and improvement projects
- Lean Certification by an accredited body preferred
- Ability to observe business processes, ask questions, and synthesize information from various sources
- Map current and proposed business processes
- Ability to gather data, analyze, and present in meaningful visual formats with conclusions
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Basic understanding and application of Lean tools
- Ability to manage multiple action items and priorities
- Participation in improvement initiatives
- Effective communication skills
- Learns and applies Lean principles
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation
- Works with general supervision
- Ability to view situations from a variety of perspectives
- Understands operational metrics
- Supports process improvement efforts
- Strong organizational skills with foresight and planning
- Dedication to quality, ethics, and customer service
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