Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this position is to lead the sustainability initiative at the site level, ensuring the achievement of goals set forth by corporate. In addition to sustainability topics, this person will also assist other departments with continuous improvement projects. The goal is to achieve 100% green electricity, 20% avoid and efficiency, and carbon neutrality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage engineering projects with a strong focus on sustainability, ensuring all initiatives support the company's commitment to reducing environmental impact.
• Develop and implement project plans that incorporate sustainability principles, emphasizing energy efficiency and resource conservation.
• Monitor and report on sustainability-related key performance indicators (KPIs) at both machine and plant levels, including tracking energy consumption, identifying energy savings potential, and reporting on the environmental impact.
• Analyze the energy savings potential of planned engineering measures within the project scope and develop strategies to maximize energy efficiency and resource optimization.
• Oversee the collection of data on realized energy savings and environmental impacts from completed projects and utilize this data to report on project success and inform future projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability into all facets of project planning, execution, and evaluation.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and practices in sustainability and incorporate meaningful innovations into project plans.
• Develop and maintain documentation on sustainability practices and outcomes as a reference for stakeholders and as guidance for continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of sustainability within the company, inspiring others to integrate eco-friendly practices into their work areas.
• Assist Operations with annual inventory as needed.

Essential Skills

• 3 years of relevant experience/projects in energy savings and manufacturing-related sustainability projects.
• Engineering or Environmental Science degree.
• Experience in data collection and reporting.
• Process improvement and Lean manufacturing.
• Project engineering.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing engineering projects, with a specific focus on sustainability within manufacturing or similar industries.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in tracking and reporting energy consumption and savings in industrial settings.
• Knowledge of sustainable energy technologies and practices.
• Commitment to staying informed on the latest developments in sustainability and environmental impact reduction.
• Well-organized and self-directed team player that can successfully lead teams.
• Experience working with international colleagues and/or customers as well as a comfort level reporting in a matrix organization.

Work Environment

This role is based in an on-site manufacturing setting. The work environment includes a standard manufacturing facility with the use of various technologies and equipment. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a 5% - 10% annual bonus, 3% - 5% annual raise, two weeks of vacation accrued biweekly, up to 80 hours of vacation rollover each year, 16 hours of non-accrued sick time, 48 hours of sick leave annually, six weeks of parental leave, and nine holidays.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $120000.00

5% - 10% Annual Bonus
3% - 5% Annual Raise
It is 2 weeks Vacation, Accrued, 3.08 hours/pay period is biweekly
80 hours can be rolled over each calendar year
Sick Time - Not Accrued, 16 hours, Use it or Lose It
Sick Leave - 48 hours or 6 Days/year, Use it or Lose It - (FMLA, out for extended periods)
6 Weeks Parental Leave Paid off if needed
9 holidays

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wartburg,TN.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 11, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $75,000 - $120,000