Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Engineer

We are seeking a high-energy, results-driven, and detail-oriented professional to join our Continuous Improvement team in our Stockton facility. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional initiatives that drive operational excellence, efficiency, and quality across the organization. This role focuses on implementing Lean and process improvement methodologies within a manufacturing environment, ensuring alignment with regulatory, customer, and company standards. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented professional with strong analytical skills and a track record of leading measurable improvement projects in a manufacturing setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to enhance productivity, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies to identify process waste and variation.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and process standardization initiatives.
• Partner with engineering, production, and quality teams to improve flow, yield, and first-pass performance.
• Ensure improvements support compliance with ISO, and customer-specific requirements.
• Drive the implementation of visual management systems, 5S, and standard work practices.
• Coach and mentor teams in continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Track and report progress to senior management using data-driven KPIs and dashboards.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business management, operations management, or related technical discipline required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or operational excellence
• Proven success leading Lean and Six Sigma improvement projects with measurable business results.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and facilitation skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Deep understanding of root cause analysis, statistical process control, and value stream mapping.
• Skilled in data analytics and project tracking tools (Excel, Power BI, MS Projects, Etc.).
• Proficient in ERP systems, JDE experience preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement culture.

Salary Range: $78k - $90k