Continuous Improvement Engineer

The Continuous Improvement (CI) Engineer is responsible for driving Operational Excellence & Lean Principles throughout all areas of the organization. This person will coach, lead, facilitate and mentor continuous improvement projects that align with our strategic plan and support our Mission.   They will also be responsible for identifying areas of opportunity for operational improvements, training and safety to improve the outcomes of operational processes to improve efficiencies, reduce cost and increase customer satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions:

• Identify and champion the Continuous Improvement initiatives for our Company
• Lead the Job Methods program including review, document and follow through
• Responsible for promoting a safety culture, leading our Safety Committee to ensure effective review of Company safety needs. 
• Ensuring organization is OSHA compliant, including mandatory training requirements and interacting with OSHA Auditors and/or Consultants.
• Follow through on proper corrective actions for near misses and accidents.
• Develop, conduct, & manage operationally focused training sessions as required to support our growth and business plans as well as meet accreditation, industry, and/or regulatory requirements.
• Facilitate the planning, scheduling and running of lean and 4DX improvement teams
• Champion the use of Lean techniques and concepts throughout the organization.
• Follow all safety guidelines and rules
• Follow written work procedures
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Able to meet Beacon’s values:
  • Accountability – Owning our commitments & their outcomes
  • Integrity – Acting with honesty, openness, trust and mutual respect
  • Innovation – Finding innovative solutions and ways to deliver great results
  • Service – Striving to fulfill customer needs and exceed their expectations
  • Teamwork – working as one team our skills, knowledge and experience makes a difference

Required Skills:

• Possess a high level of Lean expertise and the ability to apply those skills across an organization to continually improve processes while maintaining the maximum level of safety.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a friendly, fast-paced and challenging environment.
• Strong facilitation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated team player with strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent time management skills
• Detail and quality orientated
• Customer service attitude

  Required Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years prior relevant experience or an Associate Degree with 5 years relevant experience
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Lean Manufacturing Certifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Training Within Industry or on-the-job skills training experience
• IQMS- ERP System

Supervisory Responsibility:   No supervisory responsibility at this time

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:  Exempt, full-time. 

Travel:  Limited travel is expected for this position.

Pre-employment Conditions:  Successful completion of a criminal background check, and a drug screen.

AAP/EEO Statement 

Beacon Engineered Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, citizenship, military service, marital status, status with respect to public assistance, sexual orientation or any other protected class as defined by Federal or State law requirements.  We comply with all Federal and State laws specific to nondiscrimination.    Beacon Engineered Solutions is an employment at-will company.