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W3Global Inc.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Watertown, WI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Role - Continuous Improvement Engineer Location - Watertown, WI Work Type - Full-time / On-site ... This role focuses on improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance by leading data ...

GSMW, Inc.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

South Bend, IN · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Description The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost throughout General Stamping & Metalworks. This ...

Minnkotawindows

Process Improvement Engineer

West Fargo, ND · On-site

$109K/yr

Production Management Requisition Number : PROCE003093 * Posted: July 21, 2026 * Full-Time ... Process Improvement Engineer SHIFT: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PAY RATE: $65,000 - $80,000 ...

OmniForce

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Houston, TX

$75K - $100K/yr

The Continuous Improvement Engineer serves as the process and operational excellence leader ... This role is responsible for driving product development through the stage-gate process, improving ...

Trak Group

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Monroe, OH · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Continuous Improvement Engineer Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | Mon-Fri 7/8a-4/5p Join trak group ... improve productivity, quality, throughput, and efficiency Conduct time studies, value stream ...

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Continuous Improvement Engineer

South Bend, IN • On-site

General Stamping & Metalworks
Industrial Automation Equipment Manufacturing • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about General Stamping & Metalworksexternal

$77K - $103K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost throughout General Stamping & Metalworks. This role works across Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Sales to identify opportunities, eliminate waste, standardize processes, and implement sustainable improvements that support company growth and operational excellence.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer serves as a change agent within the organization, driving process improvements from concept through implementation and measuring results to ensure long-term success. This position will lead projects involving manufacturing processes, engineering changes, workflow optimization, automation, quality improvements, new product launches, and cost reduction initiatives.

This role requires a strong understanding of metal fabrication, stamping, welding, machining, and assembly processes, along with excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills.

Organizational Relationships and Authority

The Continuous Improvement Engineer reports directly to the Engineering Manager and works collaboratively with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Estimating, Sales, and Plant Leadership.

This position has no direct reports but is expected to lead cross-functional project teams and influence changes throughout the organization.

Key Responsibilities - Continuous Improvement Engineer

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost reduction across manufacturing operations.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and implement solutions that eliminate waste, reduce downtime, improve throughput, and increase operational efficiency.
  • Facilitate Lean Manufacturing activities, including Kaizen events, value stream mapping, root cause analysis, and standard work development.
  • Manage engineering and process change initiatives, ensuring accurate implementation of changes to routings, bills of material, manufacturing methods, tooling, and documentation.
  • Analyze manufacturing data and performance metrics to identify trends, solve problems, and drive data-based decision making.
  • Lead cross-functional projects from concept through implementation, including project planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of results.
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Sales teams to improve manufacturability and operational performance.
  • Support new product launches by developing and validating efficient manufacturing processes and ensuring production readiness.
  • Evaluate and implement improvements in equipment, tooling, automation, technology, and workflow design.
  • Drive corrective actions and continuous improvement efforts related to quality concerns, customer complaints, scrap reduction, and process variability.
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standardized operating procedures.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, problem solving, and continuous improvement throughout the organization.
  • Measure and communicate project results, including operational improvements and financial impact.
  • Support ISO 9001 quality system requirements and ongoing operational excellence initiatives.

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