Continuous Improvement Engineer II

Trex • Winchester, VA

16h • $78,000 - $112,000 • Onsite

About The Position

When you work at Trex, you’re helping to grow and enhance a true original. You join a company that boldly launched an entire industry… and still leads the way. We are looking for a Continuous Improvement Engineer II to help us drive performance to the next level by identifying and implementing improvement activities. As a Trex Continuous Improvement Engineer II, you will be looked to as an innovator in the manufacturing process and expected to help us operate more efficiently by executing projects that will create more efficient processes and result in cost savings. This role is a key member of our Continuous Improvement team. Our Operations team is guided by 5 beliefs: We put people first We all operate on the same page We own it We are always tuned for success We make dynamic decisions It’s how we started and how we continue to lead the industry – finding intersections of opportunity and hard work, digging in, and digging deep. The result is progress, both for the company and for the people building their careers here. If you are values-driven and share our beliefs, if you are willing to hold yourself and others accountable to the highest standards, then Trex is a place you can call home.

Requirements

• We are looking for leaders with a bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in a manufacturing organization, along with three years of project management experience, is required.
• You will need three or more years of Continuous Improvement Methodology experience to be successful in this role.

Nice To Haves

• We want to hear from you if you have previous experience as a data analyst or a data scientist in engineering.

Responsibilities

• Put safety first – Always!
• Lead and foster our “people first” culture
• Plan, organize, lead, and facilitate Continuous Improvement events (Kaizen, Loss Elimination, Value Stream Mapping, Value Engineering, etc.) and process improvement activities.
• Work individually and lead teams to complete projects following systemic loss elimination processes/tools and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Provide continuous improvement support to hourly employees, professionals, and managers in multiple departments for respective ownership area(s).
• Design, develop, and implement improved workflows.
• Partner with Process Engineering, Production, and Training departments to create and update work instructions, visual aids, and standards.
• Train employees in, Manufacturing Excellence Lean principles (5S, 8 Types of Wastes, Poka-Yoke, visual controls, time studies, effort balance, etc.) and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Identify opportunities and complete projects in line with annual CI goals.
• Facilitate cost savings cadence and ensure master CI project list is updated.

Benefits

• Time Off: We’ll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance : Choose from a variety of options. We’ll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match : Save for your retirement and we’ll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We’re all about lifting each other to the next level. When you’re ready to get the degree, we’ll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education : We offer dozens of options to boost your performance – both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program : Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World’s No. 1 Decking Brand, you’ll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We’ll give you a discount.

What This Job Offers

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