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.