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Are you passionate about driving continuous improvement and leading high-performing teams? We are seeking a dynamic Senior Process Improvement Engineer to spearhead operational excellence within our manufacturing value stream. In this role, you’ll lead, coach, and develop a specific production area, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met while cultivating a culture of continuous improvement.
Position
Senior Process Improvement Engineer
Location
USA, Louisville, KY
How You'll Create Possibilities
Manufacturing Operations
Lead and optimize performance within a designated production area, driving improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Oversee maintenance, continuous improvement, and overall efficiency of equipment across production lines and fabrication areas
Support the Operations Manager and coordinate daily production start-up to ensure lines are operational, properly staffed, and running smoothly
Monitor and analyze production and fabrication data to identify performance gaps and ensure effective communication across shifts
Implement and sustain lean manufacturing practices and standardized work to maintain process stability
Coach equipment operators and Team Leaders to ensure adherence to established processes and standards
Continuous Improvement
Lead problem-solving efforts and root cause analysis to address inefficiencies within the production area
Facilitate kaizen events and implement countermeasures to improve manufacturing line performance
Champion the Appliance Production System and promote a culture of continuous improvement
Leadership & Administration
Provide leadership and direction to team members, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies, procedures, and work rules
Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to plan and execute long-term equipment and process improvement projects
Ensure accurate and timely completion of payroll, disciplinary documentation, and other administrative responsibilities
Partner with Human Resources on employee relations and disciplinary matters
Quality & Safety
Ensure all products meet quality specifications and uphold established quality standards across the production line
Lead quality reviews, track defects, and collaborate cross-functionally to resolve production issues
Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with Lockout/Tagout procedures, proper PPE usage, leading incident investigations, and implementing corrective actions
What You'll Bring to Our Team
5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with emphasis on manufacturing engineering, maintenance, and project execution
Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) required or in progress, preferably in Engineering or a related field
Experience working with or leading metal fabrication and/or automated equipment operations
Six Sigma certification preferred, with strong knowledge of Lean, DMAIC, and continuous improvement methodologies
Proven track record of driving results using analytical problem-solving, project planning, and…