Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. · 4 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Ashtabula, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expReliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc. is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to support operational improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation goals. This role involves leading Lean principles deployment and collaborating with cross-functional teams to embed continuous improvement into daily operations and plant culture.
AutomotiveBuilding MaterialManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Identify improvement opportunities through data collection and observation within the plant and office. Build and maintain funnel of events
Facilitate and coach Kaizen events, providing guidance to cross-functional team members before, during, and after improvement activities
Partner with functional leaders and frontline teams to support improvements in daily management metrics
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams to implement improvements
Track, analyze, and report key performance indicators (KPIs)
Support corrective and preventive actions resulting from audits, customer issues, or internal findings
Assist with equipment-related improvement and maintenance initiatives
Participate in the company-wide CI network to learn best practices, tools, and methodologies and contribute to continuous improvement knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Engineering or a related technical field
2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to continuous improvement concepts (e.g., Kaizen, Rapid Improvement Events), preferably in a molding environment
Working knowledge of CI tools such as 5S-Visual management, Value Stream Mapping, Problem Solving, Daily Management, Standard Work, and Kanban
Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze information, evaluate results, make data-driven decisions, and translate into actionable improvements
Communicate the CI strategy and roadmap with all levels of the organization
Ability to collaborate effectively with operators, supervisors, engineers, and leadership
Exposure to project management or quality management systems
Familiarity with ERP systems and basic statistical tools
Experience supporting change management initiatives
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future
Preferred
Strong understanding of rubber processing techniques is a plus but not required (e.g., mixing, extrusion, compression/injection molding)
Benefits
Health & Dental
Life Insurance
401(k) with 100% match up to 4%
STD & LTD
Variety of Additional Supplemental Insurances
Company Paid Holidays, Vacation & PTO
Company
Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co., Inc.
The Reliable Automatic Sprinkler Co. Inc., founded in 1920, is a global manufacturer and distributor of fire protection products.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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