Continuous Improvement Engineer

Gates Corporation • Denver, CO

2d • Remote

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is a hands-on problem solver who partners with plant leadership to improve operational performance and efficiency. The role leads continuous improvement and Industrial Engineering initiatives, identifying opportunities to optimize workflows, material flow, and production processes.

The engineer helps foster a culture of Lean thinking and accountability and delivers measurable results across safety, quality, productivity, and cost. Through data-driven analysis, time studies, and cross-functional collaboration, the role supports plants in meeting or exceeding performance expectations and building sustainable operational improvements.

This is a remote position with required travel to plants. Domestic and international travel of up to 75% is required, and the employee must live within reasonable proximity to a major airport hub.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 75% of the time.
• Must reside within reasonable proximity to a major airport hub to accommodate frequent travel.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or continuous improvement environments.
• Experience with time studies, capacity analysis, and labor modeling to drive operational improvements.
• Lean and continuous improvement experience, including leading Kaizen events and applying standard methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, machinery, and operational standards.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and CAD.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize production systems, increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Improve facility layout, workflows, and labor models to align with operational performance goals.
• Enhance material flow using Lean tools such as PFEP, floor space planning, and inventory optimization.
• Develop and maintain capacity models to identify constraints and support data-driven decision-making.
• Conduct time studies and utilization analysis to drive sustainable efficiency improvements.
• Analyze production processes and apply Value Stream Mapping to identify bottlenecks and eliminate waste.
• Lead implementation of process improvements, including new technologies and standardized work.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to establish efficient, cost-effective production standards.
• Train and coach employees on Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Maintain documentation and reporting to track performance and sustain improvements.
• Lead and support Kaizen events to drive measurable operational results and cultural adoption of continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus other voluntary benefit options; benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following the date of hire.
• Three weeks of paid vacation.
• Eight sick days.
• 11 paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company matching up to 6%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.

What This Job Offers

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