Continuous Improvement Engineer
Core
Leading continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and customer experience in marine manufacturing operations.
Role type
Continuous Improvement Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
Builds
Measurable performance gains across operations and supporting functions through DMAIC projects and kaizen events.
Domain
Marine manufacturing / Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (manufacturing process improvements)
Required skills
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification, DMAIC methodology, root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto), process mapping, Value Stream Mapping, statistical analysis (capability analysis, hypothesis testing, regression, control charts), data collection and integrity checks, kaizen event facilitation, standard work development, SPC plans, visual management, change management, training and coaching.
Preferred skills
Process capability, SPC, FMEA, DOE, PFMEA/Control Plans, ERP/MES systems experience, mentoring LSS principles.
Technologies
Excel, Minitab, JMP, internal BI tools, ERP/MES systems.
Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional Lean Six Sigma projects to reduce variation, defects, waste, and cycle time; facilitate kaizen events and rapid improvement workshops; analyze process performance using statistical methods; create and update process documentation (SOPs, control plans); establish sustainment mechanisms like layered audits and KPI tracking; collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain to drive adoption.
Seniority
Mid-level IC (2–5 years experience)