Continuous Improvement Engineer

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer , you'll be responsible for identifying inefficiencies, implementing Lean initiatives, and driving sustainable improvements throughout the manufacturing operation. ·Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | Mon-Fri 7/8a-4/5p

Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Monroe, Ohio that’s expanding its Manufacturing team. 

What You'll Do

As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you'll be responsible for identifying inefficiencies, implementing Lean initiatives, and driving sustainable improvements throughout the manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities

·Lead and support continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and TPS methodologies

·Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, throughput, and efficiency

·Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, waste analysis, and process evaluations

·Collect and analyze operational data, including cycle time, takt time, throughput, and other key performance indicators

·Develop and implement practical solutions that eliminate waste and improve performance

·Create and maintain standardized work, visual management systems, and 5S programs

·Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive improvements

·Train and mentor employees on Lean principles and continuous improvement tools

·Monitor and sustain improvements through KPI tracking and performance measurement

·Support a manufacturing culture focused on safety, quality, delivery, and continuous improvement

Required Qualifications

·Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

·Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

·Excellent communication and collaboration skills

·Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Preferred Qualifications

·Experience in continuous improvement, Lean manufacturing, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or process engineering

·Demonstrated success applying Lean tools in a manufacturing environment

·Knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles

·Experience with: Value stream mapping, Time studies, 5S implementation, Standardized work, Visual management, Root cause analysis, Kaizen events

·Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher preferred)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Be Part of a Transformation

We're building something new.

·Help shape and strengthen a manufacturing culture centered on continuous improvement

·Work alongside a team of new operational leaders

·Gain direct exposure to TPS principles and Lean methodologies

·Influence manufacturing processes across multiple areas of the operation

·Develop your continuous improvement skill set in a highly collaborative environment


If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to make an impact, partner with trak group to explore this opportunity.