Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) · 1 day ago
Continuous Improvement Engineer, IEM360
Jacksonville, Florida, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expIndustrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. The Continuous Improvement Engineer, IEM360 role is responsible for deploying and sustaining the enterprise-wide operating system across functions and sites, focusing on driving continuous improvement and lean enterprise transformation. This position involves leading kaizen events, developing internal capabilities, and partnering with leadership to enhance operational processes.
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Responsibilities
Drive the implementation of IEM Business System tools and processes across operations, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
Plan, lead, and coach cross-functional kaizen events focused on lean fundamentals, standard work, visual management, flow, problem-solving, and strategic growth/capacity initiatives
Develop internal capability by training and coaching team members and leaders at all levels in lean thinking, daily management, and continuous improvement practices
Assess business system maturity across plants and functions; create and execute improvement roadmaps using tools such as maturity models, Hoshin Kanri, tiered daily management, and KPI dashboards
Act as a catalyst for cultural transformation, enabling teams to embrace standardization, accountability, and data-driven decision-making
Partner with site leadership to embed IEM360 into key processes such as policy deployment (Hoshin), S&OP, new product introduction, and operational reviews
Identify, document, and disseminate internal best practices. Benchmark against external best-in-class organizations and adapt appropriately for IEM
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, Business, Operations, or a related field; MBA or Master's preferred
3-5 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement, preferably in a multi-site or matrixed industrial environment
Deep understanding of Lean principles (e.g., 5S, value stream mapping, standard work, visual management, PDCA, SMED, A3 problem-solving)
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional kaizen events and system-wide CI initiatives
Understanding of basic ops finance, including P&L impact, cost drivers, and fixed vs. variable costs
Strong facilitation, project management, and communication skills
Experience working in or with a formal business system (e.g., DBS, CBS, strongly preferred)
Willingness to travel (~25%) across IEM's manufacturing locations
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage responsibilities with minimal supervision
Hands-on leader and coach; thrives on the shop floor and in frontline engagement
High emotional intelligence with the ability to influence without authority
Comfortable navigating ambiguity and building structure in evolving organizations
Results-driven, with a bias for action and accountability
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills and attention to detail
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success
Company
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
Industrial Electric Mfg. is an electronic manufacturing company that provides electrical distribution equipment.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Clayton Such
Chief Executive Officer
Warren (Jay) Potter
Interim Chief Financial Officer
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