igus Inc. · 3 months ago
Lean Engineer
Rumford, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expigus Inc. is focused on enhancing operational efficiency and excellence, and they are seeking a Lean Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvement initiatives. This role involves analyzing production processes, facilitating improvement events, and collaborating with various teams to implement Lean methodologies.
Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead and support cross-functional teams on process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma tools
Analyze production processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities
Analyze data to identify areas of waste, variation, and inefficiency
Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analyses, and corrective action implementation
Develop and deploy standard operating procedures (SOPs), visual controls, and best practices
Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to enhance process design and layout
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess improvement outcomes and sustainability
Train and mentor team members on continuous improvement principles and tools
Collaborate with leadership to align improvement initiatives with strategic business goals
Support new product introductions by ensuring Lean process integration
Support change management and sustainment of improvements across departments
Document and communicate progress, successes, and lessons learned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or operations environment
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other CI methodologies
Proficient in data analysis and process mapping tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel, Visio)
Excellent communication, facilitation, and project management skills
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all organizational levels
Preferred
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
Benefits
Competitive base salary with ongoing growth opportunities
Complete benefits package:
Co. paid HSA medical plan
Co. paid Dental
Co. paid Life
Supplemental Life Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Retirement with Company contributions
20 Paid Time Off days per year, plus 9 holidays
Subsidized lunch on-site
Company
igus Inc.
At igus®, we have been developing and manufacturing tribologically engineered motion plastics for over 60 years.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Joseph Ciringione
Vice President of Sales
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