CI Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen plant performance, reduce cost, and improve operational consistency Deliver training and coaching to plant personnel on continuous improvement methodologies and standard work practices Partner with leaders and frontline teams to identify process variation, close performance gaps, and sustain improvements Conduct audits and assessments to monitor compliance with operational standards and drive corrective actions where needed Facilitate kaizen events and improvement workshops focused on productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction Track, analyze, and communicate key performance indicators to measure progress and support decision-making Support the development and implementation of plant operating standards that enable reliable execution and long-term performance gains Collaborate with stakeholders across the plant to simplify processes, strengthen accountability, and accelerate results Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field required 2-3 years of experience in operations roles required 2-3 years of experience driving operational improvement through Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies required Demonstrated ability to teach, coach, and embed continuous improvement practices across teams Experience leading kaizen events, process improvement initiatives, and cost reduction efforts in a manufacturing environment Lean, Six Sigma, or related certification is a plus, but not required Preferred Leadership Profile The successful candidate will be: A strong operator who can translate strategy into execution An effective coach who can build capability and engagement across teams A clear communicator who builds trust and works well across functions Adaptable, resilient, and comfortable leading change in dynamic environments Data-driven, practical, and focused on delivering measurable results Core Competencies Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing Operations Management Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis Project Management Stakeholder Management Analytical Thinking Manufacturing Processes and Technologies Resilience and Change Leadership Functional Knowledge Plant operations and performance improvement Cost management and financial acumen Workplace safety standards and safety leadership Quality systems and process controls Lean tools, kaizen, and continuous improvement principles What Success Looks Like Success in this role means building stronger plant capability, delivering measurable operational and cost improvements, sustaining effective standards, and creating a culture where continuous improvement becomes part of how the team works every day. We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities