Conti Improvement Engineer

Ultium Cells LLC • Spring Hill, TN

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About The Position

As a continuous improvement engineer, the candidate will be responsible to bring a measurable improvement to multiple departmental benchmark targets, focusing on Safety, People, Quality, Responsiveness, Cost, and Environment (SPQRCE). Candidate must be a self-motivated individual willing to take the initiative to continuously improve operations. He/she must possess the ability to deal with complex problems and be willing to work flexible hours/shift as projects require.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• Experience with processing equipment, throughput, and comprehensive understanding of manufacturing processes, enabling effective design and production.
• In-depth knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, fostering operational efficiency and waste reduction.
• A strong understanding of safety regulations and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, effective project planning in terms of resources, strategies, cost, and time, with ability to meet project timelines
• High level of analytical ability where problems are complex
• Appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to work effectively with business partners to meet mutual goals required
• Establishes a course of action to accomplish completion of the job and/or project
• Coordinates input from internal/external customers to better understand customer needs and/or perceptions
• Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities

Nice To Haves

• Experience with data analysis and statistical process control (SPC), enabling informed decision-making and process optimization.
• Experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, demonstrating the ability to thrive in fast-paced settings. Experience with reliability and maintainability of processing equipment, standalone availability, and throughput.
• Battery manufacturing experience

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement projects to provide technical solutions to technical problems
• Identify, scope, and justify automation and digital-enablement opportunities.
• Lead structured problem solving (PDCA, DMAIC, A3, 8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa) to eliminate waste and drive root-cause resolution.
• Maintain communication with partners outside of the work group including safety, quality, production, and maintenance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth project execution. Providing technical direction to and oversight of strategic suppliers
• Maintain and meet project budgets/forecasts and drive cost reduction initiatives.
• Develop CI roadmaps and tracking to ensure prioritization, benefit validation, and long-term sustainment
• Ensure improvements are standardized, replicated across similar processes, and reflected in PFMEAs, control plans, and standardized work
• Participate in incident investigations and corrective/preventive actions
• Support KPI governance (SPQRCE metrics, OEE, scrap, downtime) and ensure accurate data visibility for decision-making
• Drive 6S, visual controls, and workplace organization improvements
• Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies in manufacturing engineering.

Benefits

• 100% Employer paid medical, dental and vision
• Generous Holiday Schedule
• Tuition Assistance for continuing education
• Vehicle Discount Program on General Motors branded vehicles
• Communication Stipend for Personal Cell Phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level