Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Engineer
Intellectt Inc
About the Role
We are seeking an entry-level Manufacturing Continuous Improvement Engineer to support manufacturing operations and process optimization within a medical device manufacturing environment. This role offers hands-on exposure to Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, and operational excellence while collaborating with operations leadership and cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost KPIs.
- Analyze manufacturing processes, material flow, labor utilization, capacity, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Conduct root cause analysis, develop recommendations, and support corrective action implementation.
- Facilitate Lean Manufacturing activities, including 5S, visual management, standard work, and Kaizen events.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve operational consistency, performance dashboards, process documentation, and change management.
- Support facility design, layout optimization, and material flow improvements to enhance safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred.
- 0–2 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, structured problem-solving methodologies, and data analysis.
- Strong analytical, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to learn.