What are the responsibilities and job description for the Continuous Improvement Engineer position at CID Attachments?
Job Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer
Location: Denton, North Carolina
Overview: Construction Implements Depot, LLC (“CID”), a portfolio company of LFM Capital, is a premier manufacturer of attachments for skid steers and tractors used primarily in construction. CID produces over 700 unique SKUs across diverse product lines, including buckets, grapples, brush cutters, disc mulchers, brooms, and stump grinders. The company specializes in cutting and forming steel, machining, MIG welding, powder coating, and assembly.
Job Description: The Continuous Improvement Engineer will assist in the development and execution of CID’s process improvement initiatives, aiming to enhance key metrics such as safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost. This role will collaborate with various teams to identify areas for improvement and help implement solutions. Key responsibilities will include analyzing existing processes, participating in improvement projects, tracking performance data, and helping to promote a culture of ongoing improvement. The position will also involve supporting training efforts for employees on effective problem-solving and process optimization techniques. Ideal candidates will have experience in analyzing processes and implementing practical solutions to improve operational efficiency.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or operations environment, with a focus on process improvement and operational efficiency
- Experience with process documentation, including creating standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions
- Proficient in Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, process mapping, and Standard Work
- Experience with ERP systems and data management tools (Epicor ERP experience a plus)
- Ability to analyze data and KPIs to identify trends, areas for improvement, and track progress
- Participation in training and coaching team members on Lean principles and tools
- Familiarity with using data analysis software and tools to support decision-making
Schedule: 7am-4pm (approximately 45-50hrs / week)
Benefits: 401(k), 401(k) matching, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Employee assistance program, Relocation assistance, Vision insurance, Dental insurance
About CID: Construction Implements Depot, LLC, was founded in 2003 and is based in Denton, North Carolina. CID specializes in manufacturing high-quality skid steer attachments, compact track loader attachments, compact tractor attachments, and mini-excavator attachments used primarily in residential construction, landscaping, agriculture, and for personal home use. For more information, please visit www.cidattachments.com.
About LFM Capital: LFM Capital is a private equity firm based in Nashville, Tennessee. The LFM team is led by experienced and successful Fortune 50 global executive managers and private equity professionals who bring decades of management leadership, operating best practices, exceptional professional recruiting networks, and a successful track record in lower middle market investing. LFM targets lead or control investments in U.S.-based lower middle market manufacturing and industrial services companies. The firm’s mission is to partner with portfolio company management to develop and build world-class operations through a combination of manufacturing and operations excellence and targeted growth and expansion strategies. For additional information, please visit www.lfmcapital.com.
