Continuous Improvement Engineer

Identify, prioritize, and execute process improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies (A3, DMAIC, 8D, QRI)

Analyze production data, scrap, and yield trends to identify root causes of variation and drive corrective actions

Partner with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve process capability and reduce defects

Facilitate root cause investigations for internal quality issues and customer complaints; ensure permanent corrective actions are implemented and sustained

Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and visual controls to support consistent operations

Support and lead Kaizen events, Gemba walks, and daily management system (DMS) routines

Drive improvements in process flow, material handling, and layout to reduce waste and improve throughput

Support new product introductions and engineering changes (ECOs) by ensuring process readiness and risk mitigation

Partner with operators and supervisors to identify improvement opportunities and implement practical solutions

Develop and maintain performance metrics and dashboards (e.g., scrap, yield, cycle time, OEE) to monitor process health

Train and coach team members on Lean principles, problem-solving methods, and standard work adherence

Support internal and external audits by ensuring processes meet quality and compliance standards

Lead or support cost reduction initiatives through waste elimination, process optimization, and material usage improvements

Participate in cross-functional projects across sites as needed to drive standardization and best practice sharing

Promote a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and accountability at all levels of the organization

Understand workplace hazards and take steps to proactively prevent and report hazards or injuries in the workplace. Cooperate in Safety Programs, initiatives, and investigations

Demonstrate our five core values of Integrity, Customer Responsiveness, Innovation, Passionate Contribution & Empowerment and Continuous Improvement

Ability to lead projects and accept responsibility for their success or failure

Ability to negotiate with outside parties for mutual benefit

Ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences, both internal and external

Ability to effectively prioritize tasks based on the overall company/department strategies

Ability to envision the next level of performance regarding Lean Manufacturing operations and processes across AVD

Ability to create and implement processes and procedures as well as evaluate their effectiveness within the organization

Ability to operate in a fast-paced, interrupt-driven environment

Ability to deal with change and conflicts

Ability to function in a deadline-driven environment

Must possess a high degree of professionalism and be able to handle confidential information

Need to be a flexible and adaptable facilitator between internal departments across brands and regions

Must possess high level of enthusiasm, strong integrity, keen customer service, excellent organizational skills and excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills

Be detail-oriented and have excellent follow-through skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must have the ability to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues, by using judgment that is consistent with standards, practices, policies, procedures, regulation or government law

Experience with metal fabrication, powder coat paint, and/or assembly processes

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of ERP systems (SAP)

Experience with SolidWorks

Experience with warehouse operations