We are hiring for a highly skilled Continuous Improvement Engineering Manager to lead the Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement team. This role involves directing and coordinating efforts to enhance plant performance, reduce waste, and improve yield and production processes. Your strong analytical skills, hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment, and expertise in continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing will be key to your success in this position.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a leading organization within the fabricated metal products and primary metals industry. The company offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will be valued and your professional growth supported.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement and eager to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to discuss this opportunity with you further.

Job Title: Continuous Improvement Manager

Industry(ies): Fabricated Metal Products, Primary Metals

Occupational Categories: Engineering/ Manufacturing/ Production/ Operations

Country: USA

State/Province: Pennsylvania

City: Reading, PA

Work Experience (Years): 7-10

No. Positions: 1 (One)

Remote Status: No Remote

Client Willing to Sponsor: No

Visa/Citizenship Status: US Citizens, GC Holders

Degree University: Bachelor's Degree/3-4 Year Degree

Major: Engineering

Relocation Paid: Yes

MUST Skills:

Primary Skills: Analytical Skills, Continuous Improvement

Secondary Skills: Accounting, Manufacturing Environment, Statistics, Kaizen, Cost Savings, Production Processes, Production, Operations, Inventory Control, Toc, Lean Ma... more

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Job Description

Job Description: Continuous Improvement Engineering Manager.

The Continuous Improvement Engineering Manager will Lead the Process Engineering and Continuous Improvement team, overseeing their direction, coordination, and evaluation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a resource for the organization in applying continuous improvement techniques such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and other methods.
• Direct the Continuous Improvement (CI) group, facilitating their interactions with maintenance and operations to drive site-wide improvements.
• Participate in site-wide planning activities, including capital management and inventory control.
• Support corporate and local initiatives (e.g., SAP, PIS).
• Oversee the development and training of CI personnel; organize and facilitate special CI events to enhance plant performance, reduce waste, and improve yield and production processes.
• Engage with production personnel to encourage participation in identifying improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to quantify, measure, and report cost savings and project expenditures, ensuring projects remain within budget.
• Act as a liaison and facilitator for both inter-company and intra-company initiatives.
• Communicate company and department goals, achievements, issues, solutions, practices, changes, and policies effectively. Encourage positive communication and enforce all company policies, rules, and regulations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required (engineering background highly preferred).
• Minimum of 6 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment with a hands-on approach to driving improvements.
• Experience with titanium and melting processes is beneficial (desired, not required).
• Ability and willingness to manage in a 24/7 manufacturing environment, including working varied hours, addressing issues with back-shift personnel, solving problems, and responding to emergencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Expertise in the Theory of Constraints (TOC) and Lean Manufacturing , with the ability and desire to act as the site expert and instructor in these areas.
• Six Sigma Black Belt certification preferred .
• Required knowledge and experience in statistics.
• Experience with ISO 9000 is advantageous (desired, not required).
• Strong leadership and analytical skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with all levels of the organization.