Operational Excellence Engineer

Description

The Industrial Engineer will improve value, efficiency, accuracy, and cost through designing, testing, and automating production and warehouse functions and processes. Focus on improving outcomes and reducing waste. Collaborate professionally with cross-functional teams, including internal stakeholders, EHS Manager, IT team, management, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business process improvement initiatives that streamline workflows, eliminate waste, improve throughput, and increase operational efficiency using Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies. 30%

• Analyze operational performance to identify opportunities to improve customer service, product availability, product quality, and cost through data analysis, root cause investigation, and cross-functional problem solving. 20%

• Serve as the Super User for Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and Tracker, driving system optimization, process standardization, reporting improvements, user support, testing, and implementation of new functionality. 20%

• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, IT, Sales, Customer Service, and external suppliers to implement process improvements, evaluate new technologies, and execute operational improvement projects. 15%

• Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, business procedures, validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ), training materials, and support change management initiatives. 10%

• Research and evaluate new equipment, technologies, software, and operational best practices that improve business performance and support strategic initiatives. 5%

About This Role

This position is ideal for an Industrial Engineer who has established a strong foundation in manufacturing and continuous improvement and is looking to take the next step in their career by leading cross-functional process improvement initiatives and becoming a key contributor to operational excellence.

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering required. Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline will also be considered.

Experience:

• 3–6 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or distribution environment, demonstrating increasing responsibility for process improvement and operational performance.
• Minimum 2 years of hands-on Continuous Improvement experience utilizing Lean principles and tools such as 5S/6S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Root Cause Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, or Kanban.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvement opportunities and successfully implement solutions that improve quality, productivity, customer service, or operational efficiency.
• Experience working with an ERP system in a manufacturing environment; Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing execution, production management, or warehouse management software.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently and as part of cross-functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a desire to learn new business processes, systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.