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Job Type
Full-time
Description
Flexaust, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of hose and ducting products serving a wide range of commercial and industrial markets. We are seeking a motivated Continuous Improvement Engineer to support manufacturing operations through equipment improvements, process optimization, and engineering project implementation.
Responsibilities
- Work with production, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve manufacturing processes and operational efficiency.
- Evaluate existing equipment and processes and implement improvements to increase productivity and reduce downtime.
- Design equipment modifications and process improvements using SolidWorks.
- Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, PLC, and process-related issues and develop practical solutions.
- Build, assemble, install, and modify manufacturing equipment and machinery.
- Utilize welding, machining, and fabrication skills to support equipment improvements and projects.
- Manage improvement projects from concept through implementation.
- Create engineering drawings, layouts, and documentation to support manufacturing operations.
- Support equipment installations, upgrades, automation projects, and facility improvements.
- Travel as needed to support projects, training, and supplier visits.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of manufacturing, process, or mechanical engineering experience preferred.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
- Proficiency with SolidWorks and mechanical design principles.
- Experience improving manufacturing equipment and production processes.
- Understanding PLC programming concepts and the ability to read and troubleshoot ladder logic.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, panel layouts, wiring diagrams, and control drawings.
- Experience with equipment assembly, machine installation, machining, welding, and fabrication.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
Competencies
- Strong mechanical, electrical, and engineering problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Effective communication and teamwork.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Self-motivated with a focus on execution, efficiency, and results.
Why Flexaust?
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing performance and operational efficiency.
- Hands-on involvement with equipment upgrades and process improvement projects.
- Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment.
- Career growth opportunities within a growing organization.
Flexaust, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.