Continuous Improvement Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Continuous Improvement Engineer in Newnan, GA. The Continuous Improvement Engineer will be responsible for leading plant-wide and department level performance improvement initiatives that positively impact cost, quality, safety, material flow, productivity and delivery metrics. 

Responsibilities of Continuous Improvement Engineer:

• Facilitate Kaizen and process improvement activities.
• Works individually or with a team to complete projects following 8 Step Process based on Toyota Production System and Six Sigma methodologies.
•  Provide continuous improvement support to shop floor associates, production managers, and other engineering departments.
• Design, develop, and implement improved work flows.
•  Partner with Manufacturing Engineering to create/update work instructions, visual aids, and process standards for production operations.
• Plan, organize, and lead week-long Kaizen Blitz events.
• Train Associates in principles of Lean Manufacturing (5S, 8 Wastes, Value added/Non-value added analysis, poka yoke), Theoretical Value Production, PFMEA, and Formal Problem Solving techniques.
• Mentor and develop CI department interns (quarterly rotation).
• Provide direction to CI department technicians.
• Develop and maintain time study documents. Conducts Value Added Analysis (VAA). Perform classic IE time studies and optimize labor line balance.
• Identify and troubleshoot inefficient work processes. Perform process analysis, design, and refinement.
• Identify opportunities, participate, and complete projects as identified by CI department annual goals.
• Perform value stream mapping.
• Update master projects lists. Provide summary progress reports for management review.

Requirements of the Continuous Improvement Engineer:

• Minimum of 6-8 years experience in an engineering role in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum of 3 years Project Management experience
• Minimum of 3 years Lean Six Sigma experience
• 4 year technical degree required or 15-20 years experience without a degree
• Demonstrated application of engineering skills and problem solving techniques
• Lean Certification, Certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Tier 1 Automotive (preferred)