Building Materials, Manufacturing, Construction

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Terrell, TXOnsiteFull Time$85,000–$95,000 /yrPosted 7 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Value Stream Mapping
time studies
Kaizen events
Standard Work
audits
Gemba Walks
PFD
FMEA
Control Plan
Job Element Sheets

Nice to have

ISO-9000
TS-16949
CQE
general business principles

Role summary

The Continuous Improvement Engineer II focuses on business processes, new product development, supplier improvement, and customer/product issues within the Continuous Improvement Department. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least 3 years of experience in areas like Lean Manufacturing, root cause analysis, quality systems, statistical analysis, and new product introduction. Responsibilities include leading Kaizen events, creating standard work, performing root cause analysis, conducting statistical analysis, and ensuring product quality and compliance. Experience with ISO-9000/TS-16949 and certifications like Lean Six Sigma Green Belt are beneficial. The position offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 - $100,000 USD.

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Continuous Improvement Engineer II is focused on business processes, new product development projects, supplier improvement efforts, &/or customer/product issues and reports to the OpEx Manager.

This role is perfect for an individual who wants to develop professional expertise, applies company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues. A vital member of the Continuous Improvement Department, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

Job responsibilities include:

Value Stream Mapping processes, time studies, leading Kaizen events, creating Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, develop: PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, and Job Element Sheets, conducting root cause analysis using 5-Why, Cause & Effect Diagram, A3 tools, New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, creating test validation plans, Gauge Studies, and perform statistical analysis.

Can use voice of the customer information to derive decision making. Has training and good understanding on the use of problem-solving tools (5-Why, Logic Tree, Cause & Effect diagram, A3, etc.) to determine root cause analysis and derive countermeasures.

An experienced professional with a full understanding of area of specialization; resolves a wide range of issues in creative ways. Ability to solve straightforward problems and has a rudimentary understanding of lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools and procedures. Leading the implementation of lean manufacturing principles to continually improve processes; understands key business drivers, uses this understanding to accomplish own work.

Conduct audits, write audit reports, distribute reports, follow up on non-conformances; Create, manage, and distribute Quality Alerts

Function as the Quality Assurance representative for the review and approval of CAPAs, Deviations, MDRs, Validations, and QWC; Implement and maintain the effectiveness of the Quality System.

Support the creation of quality documents for new product launches; Conduct inspections, testing, and analysis to ensure product quality and compliance with OBE and industry standards.

Respond to and follow up on customers complaints.

What We Are Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in technical field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, mechanical, manufacturing, chemical engineering, industrial engineering)

3+ years’ experience and knowledge in Toyota Production Systems, mechanical &/or manufacturing processes, an understanding of drawings, specifications and standards, familiarity with machined parts and their manufacturing processes, and a background of continuous improvement. ISO-9000 &/or TS-16949 Quality System experience beneficial.

Demonstrates a limited understanding of general business principles.

CQE, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent experience preferred ;Quality Engineer certification through ASQ preferred

Position Pay Range $85,000—$95,000 USD

What OBE Offers You

Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee

Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose

Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses

Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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