Continuous Improvement Engineer

Application Instructions
Metromont, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. The Company is committed to the spirit and letter of all federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to equal opportunity. To this end, the Company does not discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity,sexual orientation, pregnancy (including medical needs due to pregnancy, child birth or other medical conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other protected status. This Policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, as well as the use of all Company facilities.

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Position Description
The overall duties of a Continuous Improvement Engineer Include:

• Lead process improvement teams to achieve desired results
• Mentor Metromont associates in lean principles and methodologies.
• Provide information and technical support to plant management as needed.
• Advocate changes in culture needed to drive continuous improvement; sometimes called upon to be a contrarian voice.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and presents those opportunities to department heads for consideration and action.
• Must adhere to all Metromont and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

How do we take care of you?

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision Insurance, Telehealth, and Health Savings Account available on your first day of employment
• Wellness Program to support employee health
• 401K with company match
• Paid Vacation
• 7 paid holidays
• Safety Shoe voucher - $150
• Continuing Education Program

Position Requirements
Characteristics:

• Demonstrates strong personal organization practices
• Demonstrates proficiency in project management driving efficiency and waste elimination
• Deadline-oriented and able to coordinate multiple projects
• Able to lead cross-functional teams
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical thinker with above average problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products including Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Able to adapt to changes in work schedules, tasks, or processes
• Values and demonstrates safe working behaviors

Education and Technology:

• Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or related technical field, or
• 5 years' experience in a continuous improvement role within a manufacturing organization
• Knowledgeable of TPS (Toyota Production System) principles of Lean Manufacturing
• Knowledgeable of Toyota Kata