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HYDAC Group · 2 weeks ago

Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer

positionBethlehem,PA,US
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
date5+ years exp

HYDAC Group is a family-owned and operated business committed to providing quality products and services. The Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer will leverage manufacturing engineering expertise to drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies, supporting production operations and optimizing processes across multiple facilities.

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Responsibilities

Supporting all Lean activities in Birmingham, Alabama, and Bethlehem, PA
Providing technical support to manufacturing departments to ensure design standards, quality, and cost targets are met
Developing and reviewing assembly methods, tooling drawings, floor layouts, and manufacturing cells
Establishing product acceptance criteria and support pre-production runs
Collaborating with Materials and Quality teams to select vendors and develop work instructions and procedures
Analyzing and evaluating current processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and develop and execute improvement plans
Leading cross-functional teams in process improvement projects, including facilitating meetings/workshops and communicating project updates
Training and coaching employees on CI methodologies, tools, and techniques
Ensuring that all projects and initiatives are aligned with organizational goals and objectives
Tracking and reporting on the progress of CI initiatives, including identifying and addressing any barriers to success
Collaborating with key stakeholders to drive cultural change and create a CI mindset throughout the organization
Identifying opportunities for automation, workflow optimization, and cost savings
Creating Value Stream Maps and other Lean documentation to visualize and improve processes

Qualification

Lean methodologiesContinuous ImprovementSix Sigma Black BeltSAPProject ManagementAnalytical skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (Mechanical or Manufacturing Technology preferred)
5–7 years prior Manufacturing Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
At least 5 years of experience in a CI/Lean role with a proven history of implementing Continuous Improvement initiatives
Strong knowledge of Lean methodologies and tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, or Shop Floor Management
Six Sigma Black Belt certification or equivalent experience
Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office applications
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, apply geometric dimensioning and tolerances (GD&T), and develop manufacturing layouts
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to influence and collaborate with all levels of the organization

Preferred

Project Management certification (PMP or Prince2) a plus
Light 2D CAD knowledge
Experience as a Manufacturing/Production Engineer
Experience in factory planning and logistics

Benefits

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision plan
Paid holidays
PTO
401k with company matching
FSA account
Short term disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Company

HYDAC Group

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HYDAC stands for hydraulics, systems and fluid engineering.
dateFounded in 1963
location
Sulzbach/Saar, Saarland, DE
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
https://www.hydac.com

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Keith Moser
Chief Financial Officer
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ADRIAN ADAM
CNC OPERATIONS MANAGER
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