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Process Improvement Engineer Job Summary
We are seeking a Process Improvement Engineer to be responsible for analyzing, developing, and implementing process improvements across various operations within the company.
This role focuses on enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving overall quality and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process improvement methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and a passion for driving continuous improvement.
Process Improvement Engineer Responsibilities
- Analyze current processes and workflows to identify areas for improvement, including inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and quality issues.
- Develop and implement process improvement initiatives using methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, logistics, sales, and customer service, to understand process requirements and drive alignment on improvement initiatives.
- Conduct data analysis to quantify the impact of process changes and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success.
- Design and document new processes, including the creation of process maps, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and training materials.
- Lead and facilitate process improvement workshops and training sessions to educate and engage employees in continuous improvement practices.
- Collaborate with IT and other departments to leverage technology and automation in process improvements.
- Prepare and present reports, including detailed analysis, project updates, and recommendations for senior management.
- Support the implementation of new technologies, systems, and tools that contribute to process optimization and enhanced operational performance.
Process Improvement Engineer Position Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university
- 5 - 7 years operations experience, including auditing, operations analysis, and successful implementation of performance enhancement initiatives
- Highly proficient with lean tools such as Standard Work, 5S, Visual Management, Kanban, Material Routes, Level Loading, and Poka-yoke
- Experience in problem-solving in any of the following methodologies : 8Ds, Kepner and Tregoe, Shainin, Red X and Six Sigma. (High proficiency)
- Highly proficient in Value Stream Mapping
- Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Solid working knowledge of AutoCAD and Microsoft Office
- SAP, Minitab, Tableau, Denodo, Simul8 experience preferred
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred