Continuous Improvement Engineer

At the interface of design, engineering and supply logistics, REHAU Automotive and SRG Global combine to form RESRG - a leading global supplier of coated exterior systems and components. With a combined track record of over 160 years across four continents and 22 production sites, RESRG's 10,000 skilled team members manufacture the latest exterior systems and components for the world's leading automotive manufacturers.

RESRG Automotive is seeking you to join our team as a Continuous Improvement Engineer in our Newbern, TN facility!

Your Job

We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead and execute process optimization initiatives across our organization. The ideal candidate will serve as a change agent, driving a culture of operational excellence by utilizing advanced analytical skills and proven methodologies to increase efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance customer satisfaction. This role requires strong leadership capabilities, project management expertise, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally.

What You Will Do in Your Role

• Lead and manage complex, high-impact continuous improvement projects, including Lean Six Sigma DMAIC projects, Kaizen events, and Value Stream Mapping exercises, from inception through sustainable implementation across multiple functions.
• Identify performance gaps, process inefficiencies, and root causes through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of complex data using statistical methods and software such as Minitab and Visio.
• Design, develop, and implement solutions using advanced Lean methodologies and Six Sigma tools to optimize process flow, improve quality, and reduce lead time and work-in-process.
• Own and manage the Engineering Change process for all approved process and design modifications resulting from continuous improvement projects.
• Coach, mentor, and train cross-functional teams and junior engineers on continuous improvement principles, tools, and structured problem-solving techniques to embed a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence.
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure improvement initiatives are aligned with key business objectives and organizational Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Use financial analysis tools to calculate, track, and report quantifiable impacts such as cost savings, capacity increases, and waste reduction from improvement initiatives.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, or Operational Excellence.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, process mapping, statistical analysis, and simulation tools.
• Experience using project management tools and methodologies.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Prior experience working within the automotive manufacturing industry.

About the Company

We are a fast-growing B2B company with a strong internal culture that values respect for others, diversity, serving a greater purpose, and passionate creativity. We have a dynamic and growing global footprint. A diverse and team-focused workforce. Create the next generation of innovation. Career paths that enable professional growth and development. Strongly committed to serving our community and environment. A safe, fun workplace focused on health and wellness. A competitive compensation and benefits package.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify.