Continuous Improvement Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Our Mission:
Touch Lives. Improve Outcomes. BioTouch is a single-source, international provider for all mission-critical kitting and logistics needs. We partner with a wide range of medical facilities and healthcare providers to bring a higher level of care to healthcare delivery. Simply put, we are doing our part in the healthcare specialty logistics arena!

The Role:
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing principles, process optimization, waste elimination, and continuous improvement initiatives across the operation at one of our largest medical kit facilities. This role partners with production, distribution, IT/engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a hands-on change agent with a proven ability to lead Kaizen events, implement Lean tools, and deliver measurable operational improvements. Responsibilities Your Impact:

• Lead and facilitate Kaizen events focused on improving safety, quality, productivity, lead time, and cost.
• Identify improvement opportunities through data analysis, process observation, and employee engagement.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing methodologies including:
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • 5S
  • Standard Work
  • Visual Management
  • SMED (Quick Changeover)
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • A3 Problem Solving
  • Kanban/Pull Systems
  • Waste Elimination
  • Poka-Yoke (Error Proofing)
• Analyze material handling/flow along with kitting processes and develop solutions that improve throughput, reduce cycle times, eliminate waste, and increase capacity.
• Facilitate cross-functional teams to execute continuous improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Develop process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure project success.
• Train employees at all levels in Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement techniques.
• Support new product introductions and process improvements to ensure efficient manufacturing operations.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Promote a culture of employee engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Present project updates and results to plant leadership.

Required Skills What You Bring:

• Strong knowledge of Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process mapping, statistical analysis, and root cause problem solving.
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams without direct authority.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other standard business software.

What We Need:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related manufacturing role.
• Demonstrated success implementing Lean Manufacturing principles in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading multiple Kaizen events with measurable operational results.

What You’ll Get:
Medical, Dental, Vision after 30 days
HSA and PPO plans available
Company paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Long Term Disability
401(k) with generous company match after 90 days
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits like Short Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity
Employee Assistance Program
$500 Referral Bonus Available!