Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Linde Advanced Material Technologies Inc.

Ellisville, MS, United States

In this role, you will support and drive Lean manufacturing principles initiatives across manufacturing and operational areas to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance. You will partner with operational teams to identify process inefficiencies, support root cause analysis activities, and implement Lean solutions that improve flow, reduce waste, and increase operational effectiveness. Facilitate and support Daily Management activities including KPI tracking, visual management, action planning, Gemba walks, and structured problem-solving routines. Assist with Kaizen events, value stream mapping activities, standard work development, 5S implementation, and continuous improvement projects focused on operational excellence. Coach and support frontline employees and supervisors on Lean principles, problem-solving techniques, and continuous improvement tools to strengthen operational capability and accountability. Analyze operational performance metrics including throughput, downtime, scrap, productivity, and quality trends to identify opportunities for improvement and support data-driven decision-making. Support operational improvement initiatives, training activities, and other business needs as required to support organizational objectives and continuous improvement efforts.

You must have a Master's degree (MS/MA/MBA) with 0–4 years of related experience OR Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) with 3+ years of related experience OR 10+ years of directly related experience in lieu of a degree. Technical or engineering degree is preferred. 3+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, continuous improvement, Lean implementation, training, or operational support environments. Working knowledge of Lean methodologies including Daily Management, visual management, Kaizen, value stream mapping, 5S, standard work, flow, and structured problem-solving techniques. Experience supporting operational improvement initiatives and cross-functional process improvement activities within manufacturing or industrial environments. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills with the ability to work effectively across frontline and leadership teams. Ability to analyze operational metrics and performance data to identify trends, support problem-solving efforts, and recommend process improvements. Experience within aerospace, manufacturing, industrial, or highly regulated operational environments preferred. Foundational understanding of Lean Production System principles, including respect for people, continuous improvement (Kaizen), waste identification (Muda), and basic problem-solving, with the ability to apply these concepts to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost within one's role. Demonstrates behaviors including humility, transparency, accountability, adaptability, collaboration, strong communication skills, and continuous learning within a fast-paced operational environment.

Linde Advanced Material Technologies, formerly Praxair Surface Technologies, is a company that revolutionizes industries through innovative materials and surface coatings. We are leaders in advanced materials and offer metal powders, sputtering targets, and surface coatings that enhance performance across various sectors. Our strong focus on innovation is evident in our superior technologies for the aerospace, energy, semiconductor, automotive, and industrial industries.

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you're looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a wide range of medical options to suit everyone's needs. Other benefits include; educational and professional development, employee discount program, 401K, pension plan, and life insurance, just to name a few.