Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description Job Description Seeking a Continuous Improvement Specialist for a leadingautomotive coatings manufacturer. This role will lead and drive sustainable continuous improvement initiatives, delivering measurable improvements in Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC). The Continuous Improvement Specialist will partner closely with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, implement effective solutions, and sustain results, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence throughout the organization. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead the organization's 5S initiative, promoting workplace organization, standardization, safety, and operational discipline. Lead cross-functional projects to analyze, design, and optimize sequences of operations, workflows, and business processes, including operational studies focused on cost control, cost reduction, inventory management, and productivity. Develop and implement plans and programs to improve operating methods, processes, and overall business performance, partnering with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and implement solutions that enhance quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness. Facilitate Kaizen events and lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to identify root causes, solve complex problems, eliminate waste, and build sustainable capabilities. Apply statistical data analysis techniques to evaluate operational and quality performance, identify trends, assess process variation, determine root causes, and recommend opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness. Develop, monitor, and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with organizational and operational goals, preparing and distributing monthly KPI reports and collaborating with stakeholders to support corrective actions. Monitor, trend, and improve key areas of the quality management system, including change control, customer feedback and complaints, investigations, deviations, and on-time delivery. Identify and share best practices from affiliated companies, industry standards, and other relevant sources to strengthen continuous improvement practices. Document and measure before-and-after conditions for continuous improvement projects to demonstrate measurable impact and sustainability, maintaining accurate tracking logs, metrics, and status reports. Present project findings, statistical analysis, KPI results, and improvement recommendations to management and cross-functional teams to support informed decision-making. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent working experience. 5+ yearsof relevant experience in a manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of IATF16949 and/or ISO 9001 standards. Proven success in project management, with the ability to implement business process improvements affecting multiple departments. Successful leadership track record. Preferred Qualifications: Training and certification in process improvement techniques, Lean Manufacturing, or Six Sigma. SAP experience. Benefits : Designed to fit the ever-changing needs of their employees, our client is proud to offer one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry. Employee and Dependent Life Insurance Health Care and Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Account Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Time Off Retirement and Savings Plans (401K with matching) Employ Assistance Program (EAP) STD, LTD and AD&D Insurance Work/Life Support : Our Client provides a wide variety of programs to help employees grow both at work and at home. Employee Discount Program Employee Assistance Program EducationalSupport : Our client encourages all its employees (and their families) to continue to learn and grow so they can reach their fullest potential. and provides tuition assistance. Commitment To Their Employees : Our client commits themselves to inclusive diversity that helps guide them in how they do business. They value the unique backgrounds, skills and experiences of their employees. They understand that having a diverse work environment and a committed workforce is critical to local, regional and global success. \nCompany Description Real People. Real Connections. Real Results. That's the Messina Talent Advantage. For more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations. Messina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster. Company Description Real People. Real Connections. Real Results.\r\n\r\nThat's the Messina Talent Advantage.\r\n\r\nFor more than 40 years, Messina's Talent practice has continuously evolved to meet the needs of our clients. We not only help our clients fill roles and build their teams, but we also help them better understand their workforce and develop strategic talent initiatives that drive value for their organizations.\r\n\r\nMessina Talent Advisors, a Messina Group Company, has the network, proven processes, and all the latest technologies to connect the right candidates with the right jobs - faster.