Continuous Improvement Engineer - Federal Ammunition
About The Position
The Kinetic Group is a world leader in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of small caliber ammunition under the iconic brands B&P, CCI, Federal Premium, Fiocchi, HEVI-Shot , Remington and Speer . We have domestic ammunition manufacturing facilities in Minnesota, Idaho, Arkansas, and Missouri, and service law enforcement, government agencies and sporting enthusiasts throughout the world. Today, The Kinetic Group is a part of the Ammo+ division of The Czechoslovak Group (CSG), which holds a diverse portfolio of companies in the defense, security, automotive, aerospace and rail industries. As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of Lean, Six Sigma, and Theory of Constraints at the Anoka facility. To train others on these concepts and tools as well as lead improvement projects. Communicate and provide support necessary to all business functions. To act as a coach to leaders and team members. This position reports to the Sr Manager, Ops Support & Special Projects and is based out of our Anoka office
Requirements
- B.S. in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering or related field
- Basic knowledge of lean, six sigma, and theory of constraints concepts
- 2 years of technical/mechanical experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret drawings
- Knowledge of production processes preferred
- Strong problem solving skills and analytical ability
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
- Personal computer skills including Outlook, Excel, Word, Power Point.
- Experience with Minitab or similar software preferred
- Experience using basic hand tools and power tools preferred
- Experience working cross functionally with many teams to accomplish a shared goal
- Six Sigma green/black belt preferred
Nice To Haves
- MS Engineering and/or MBA
- Hands-on experience with Six Sigma tools and techniques, and Lean manufacturing concepts
- Demonstrated experience with time study methods
- Demonstrated experience with SMED
- Strong understanding of root cause problem solving (Six Sigma/8D/A3 etc.)
- Experience with small caliber ammunition or high volume metallic parts manufacturing operations and equipment
- CAD training
- Experience with 3D printing
Responsibilities
- Work within a team to prioritize process improvements based on greatest impact/lowest cost
- Perform time studies and use statistical analysis to improve processes and provide recommendations on performance improvement
- Apply Six Sigma methodology (DMAIC)
- Lead the implementation of lean concepts and tools, including 5S, Standard Work, Leveling, Pull, and Visual Factory
- Lead value stream and process mapping activities
- Lead projects to implement new processes and improve current processes within the facility.
- Assist CI specialists and engineers in completion of kaizen projects and blitzes
- Share best practices with operations and other CI team members
- Constant pursuit of elimination of waste in all critical processes
- Must be comfortable in a high rate manufacturing environment, soliciting buy-in and participation at all levels
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- medical and dental
- vision
- disability and life insurance
- 401K
- PTO
- tuition reimbursement
- gear discounts
- the ability to add value to an exciting mission!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
