Covestro · 13 hours ago
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Baytown, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expCovestro is a leading company in chemical material solutions, seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive logistics assets and process optimization at the Baytown Site. The role involves managing supply-chain improvement projects, developing standards for integrated logistics, and ensuring sustainability and compliance within the logistics operations.
Advanced MaterialsIndustrialManufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage project portfolio of all projects and initiatives in the area of site logistics, logistics purchasing and transport management (Integrated Logistics) in Europe to drive optimization efforts holistically
Develop and implement standards and sustainable strategies in the area of integrated logistics in close cooperation with the Integrated Logistics department
Identify optimization potential (regarding quality, efficiency and costs) in the area of integrated logistics at the Baytown site, e.g. by use of synergy effects or new technologies of automation and digitization
Develop and implement an early warning system to identify bottlenecks in material flow and critical logistic infrastructure based on the analysis of the company's volume growth strategy
Coordinate and lead logistic investment projects to further improve efficiency and effectiveness within Supply Chain and Logistics
Develop excellence functions for transport modes truck, rail and ship
Prepare make-or-buy decisions for external logistics services
Ensures sustainability of supply-chain improvements that have resulted from past strategic initiatives and tactical projects
Co-develops and executes short-term and long-term supply-chain improvement strategies within the Baytown site as needed
Identifies supply-chain risks, ways to reduce delays and improve efficiency in logistics operations
Promote logistics safety, conduct root cause analysis should incidents occur and lead proactive measures are taken to for a safe logistics culture
Develop and support logistics strategy by aligning with business entities and customer requirements; establish and implement supporting logistics policies and procedures for Site Logistics
Ensure full compliance with environmental, safety, and distribution regulations in accordance with government and Covestro policies through proactive training and oversight
Analyze performance metrics for continuous improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree in Business, Supply Chain or Industrial Engineering with at least 10 years of experience (or MA/MS/MBA with 7 years of experience) in positions of increasing responsibility in transportation and logistics
The eligibility to apply for and obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) within a reasonable timeframe
Knowledge of distribution safety, Core Processes and regulatory requirements associated with logistics-Understanding of compliance and security requirements
Experience with using SAP ERP software and Business Warehouse
Skilled in change management
Project management experience: clear evidence of the ability to use a structured approach to continuous improvement using the appropriate tools with demonstrated sustainable results
Experience in consulting with management and translating issues into plans that can be executed either within the BU or across functions
Excellent communication skills across disciplines and functions
Preferred
A minimum of a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification. If not certified, you must complete the certification in the first year on the job
Experience in lean manufacturing management
Company
Covestro
Covestro produces polymer materials that support sustainability in multiple industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.53BKey Investors
XRG
2025-11-21Post Ipo Equity· $1.35B
2024-10-01Acquired
2017-09-29Post Ipo Secondary· $1.18B
Leadership Team
Markus Steilemann
Chairman of the Board of Management, Chief Executive Officer
Christian Baier
Group CFO
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