Stevens Industries, Inc. · 6 days ago
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
Teutopolis, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $85K/yr
2+ years expStevens Industries, Inc. is a world-class manufacturer of wood and laminated products dedicated to innovation and technological advancement. The Lean Manufacturing Engineer will lead initiatives to eliminate waste and improve quality while collaborating with various teams to enhance manufacturing processes.
E-CommerceManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead the Charge: Champion lean principles across the facility, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence
Design for Success: Develop and implement systems that enable data-driven decisions and streamline workflows
Innovate on the Floor: Collaborate with engineers, managers, and operators to redesign layouts, improve processes, and boost productivity
Be the Expert: Deploy methodologies like SMED, Poka-Yoke, Kanban, Kaizen, and Pull Systems to reduce costs and increase efficiency
Solve Big Problems: Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to permanently resolve quality and productivity issues
Drive Culture Change: Mentor teams, influence positive change, and energize the organization toward lean thinking
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
Proficiency in AutoCAD, ERP systems, BOMs, and production routings
Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles
Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coach continuous improvement concepts
Creative, analytical, and innovative approach to complex challenges
Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word)
Preferred
2+ years of experience in lean manufacturing preferred
Benefits
On-Demand Pay – Access your earned pay prior to payday
100% Company-Paid Employee Life Insurance, & Disability Insurance
Competitive Paid Time Off Plan plus 9 Paid Holidays
200% Company 401(K) Match
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonuses
Company Stock Options
Health Savings Account with Company match
Educational Assistance Plan
Additional Employee Perks such as fitness club reimbursement, retail discounts, company apparel, special employee events and meals, and more
Company
Stevens Industries, Inc.
Stevens Industries is a furniture company specializing in panels, furniture, and cabinets.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Shawn Finney
Chief Financial Officer
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