Continuous Improvement Engineer

trü frü • Saint Paris, OH

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

As the Continuous Improvement Engineer at trüfrü, you will be a critical driver of operational excellence across our manufacturing operations. You will own the technology management of primary manufacturing systems, establish work standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that reduce downtime and build long-term associate capability. Partnering closely with Production Leaders, you will bring both analytical rigor and people-first coaching to everything you do.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a technical field, and/or 5+ years of experience in TPM/MSE or continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience leading continuous improvement initiatives and driving change across cross-functional teams.
• Strong proficiency in analytical and problem-solving methodologies using data-driven insights.
• Experience coaching and developing others in a manufacturing or operations setting.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Power BI including dashboard creation and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Own all Daily Management Systems (DMS) execution, including Changeover, Centerlines, Clean/Inspect/Lubricate, and Abnormality Handling.
• Analyze unplanned technical losses across the value stream and develop 90-day action plans to drive loss elimination and build associate capability.
• Lead Autonomous Maintenance process improvement efforts focused on reducing downtime and eliminating recurring losses.
• Provide technical continuity for complex and ongoing issues within the value stream, including preventative follow-up on all technical breakdowns.
• Champion MSE Autonomous Maintenance deployment and uphold all Safety and Quality standards within your area.
• Coach operations and value stream teams on ways of working to ensure maintenance and operational processes are consistently followed.
• Assist Production Leaders in managing team performance through coaching, skills development, and structured feedback.
• Provide direction and development support to Continuous Improvement Specialists, including performance evaluations.
• Conduct detailed analysis on performance data to surface insights and support data-driven decision-making.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, including a target bonus and an impressive benefits package!
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs.
• Long-term disability and short-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K retirement saving opportunity.
• Casual office dress code
• A dynamic, ambitious, indulgently fun work environment!

What This Job Offers

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