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Sharp Services · 1 day ago

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Allentown, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Sharp Services is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to develop and implement operational standards and procedures that enhance business operations. The role involves leading cross-functional teams, utilizing lean/Six Sigma tools, and analyzing operational data to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Health CareLife Science

Responsibilities

Assist in establishing project scope and goals, resource requirements and a list of deliverables as required

Facilitate cross-functional teams in structured problem solving (A3) activity

Ability to lead and implement lean/Six Sigma tools or methods including but not limited to: 5S, kaizen events, value stream mapping, SMED, visual management techniques, metrics and KPIs, standard work, 7/8 Wastes, analysis of variance (ANOVA), control charts, DMAIC, etc

Develop new and/or revised business processes throughout the assigned COE, from product/process concept to operations to all support activities /functions. Implementation or changes may improve process flow, methods of work, layout, tools, fixtures and/or equipment

Coordinate the COE cost reductions, Project Initiation document (PID) formation and continuous improvement activities

Analyze work force utilization, facility layout, and operational data such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of manning resources (direct and indirect) and equipment

Recommend methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment

Evaluate standards for material, labor and overhead

Identifies and facilitates projects to change product attributes (structures, routings, etc.) in order to realize improvements to productivity and/or quality

Work on special projects as assigned

Qualification

Lean/Six SigmaA3 problem solvingProcess improvementData analysisProject managementSupervisory skillsTeam facilitationCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from a four-year college or university ideally in a technical discipline (Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering)

two to five years related experience in cGMP packaging or related industry and/or training

ability to lead and implement lean/Six Sigma tools or methods including but not limited to: 5S, kaizen events, value stream mapping, SMED, visual management techniques, metrics and KPIs, standard work, 7/8 Wastes, analysis of variance (ANOVA), control charts, DMAIC

ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

may directly supervise Technicians as required

carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws

responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems