Continuous Improvement Engineer

Pacific International are partnered with a leader in the Industrial Machinery Manufacturing sector. As the company creates further impact, the group is delivering a transformation and entirely new standards are being created in regards to safety, delivery and efficiency. The cultural approach to this aspect is crucial for the group to continue with its success and its strong reputation in the market, as it continues to serve market leaders in a variety of sectors such as Automotive, Aerospace, Medical Devices and many more.

The organization has been thriving with its new Lean program, implemented by a, 'bottoms up' approach.

With this, we are working with the VP of Operational Excellence to seek a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive excellence across the regional plants. They will drive the CI culture to strive for a 'one best way' and support the operations in accessing and utilizing Lean and Operational Excellence tools. This professional will be able to be a hands on Lean expert, with an agile set of skills to ensure that they can locate potential for waste reduction and drive growth and capability.

This professional will need to be a hands on and strategic coach and well experienced with Lean manufacturing processes in a discreet manufacturing environment.

They will report directly to the Vice President of Operational Excellence, with endless opportunity for growth and organizational influence including Regional or Global CI Leadership or a path into Operations and Site leadership.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Experience demonstrating and implementing Lean methodologies and tools across a crucial site within the industrial sectors.
• Extensive experience in manufacturing management, including leadership roles.
• Energetic with a clear sense of urgency and direction; able to inspire and invigorate associates at all levels; promote concepts effectively.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and production techniques.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and financial management.
• Familiarity with relevant regulatory and safety requirements.
• Knowledge of modern manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0 concepts is beneficial.
• Experience in additive/advanced manufacturing production services considered a strong plus
• Strong analytical skills – able to assist in identifying and providing solutions to complex operational and financial issues. Able to create clear action plans.
• Ability to travel as required occasionally, to their local sister plant.

Qualifications:

• B. S. Degree
• Lean Manufacturing training, Six Sigma Belts highly desired (but not a must.)
• 2-4 years' in shop floor leadership in an operational environment of an industrial sector.
• Extensive Kaizen leadership experience

For further information, please reach out to claire.butcher@pacific-international.com or sullivan.sims@pacific-international.com.

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