Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer
Core
Leading the implementation of operational process improvements and eliminating waste across manufacturing or distribution facilities using Lean principles and the Generac Manufacturing System.
Role type
Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer (IC)
Builds
Operational efficiency and waste reduction solutions for manufacturing/distribution value streams
Domain
Manufacturing operations / Lean engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (Note: This is a manufacturing role, so 'physical/clinical work' is the closest fit for 'physical work' in the context of the schema, but strictly speaking, it's 'process improvements'. Let's refine to match the schema options better. The schema options are: production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work. None fit perfectly. 'Infrastructure' usually means IT/Cloud. 'Physical/clinical work' is for nurses/doctors. This is a process engineer. I will select 'product features' as a proxy for 'process features' or leave it out? The instructions say 'one of'. I must pick one. 'Infrastructure' is often used for 'systems'. Let's look at the work: 'implement operational process improvements'. This is closest to 'product features' (features of the process) or 'infrastructure' (factory infrastructure). Given the 'hands on execution' and 'facility', 'infrastructure' is a stretch. 'product features' is a stretch. Let's re-read the schema. 'physical/clinical work' is for physical tasks. This role involves 'stand and walk', 'lift up to 25-50 pounds'. It is physical work in a factory. I will use 'physical/clinical work' as the only option that acknowledges the physical nature of the role, even if 'clinical' is wrong, or perhaps the schema implies 'physical work' generally. Actually, looking at the list, none fit a 'Process Engineer'. However, the role involves 'Line/Cell Design', 'Material Flow'. This is building the 'infrastructure' of the production line. I will choose 'infrastructure' as it relates to the factory layout and flow systems.
Required skills
Lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving), GMS implementation, complex problem solving, standard work development, coaching and mentoring, strategic planning, best practice facilitation
Preferred skills
Flow principles, Kanban, Plan for Every Part (PFEP), project leadership
Technologies
Generac Manufacturing System (GMS), KPIs
Responsibilities
Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives using Lean principles and GMS; Develop, document, and implement standard work; Mentor facility team members in Lean principles; Participate in corporate Continuous Improvement team programs; Facilitate information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
