Continuous Improvement Engineer

Copeland•Cudahy, WI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Copeland has an exciting opportunity for a Continuous Improvement Professional looking for an opportunity to grow and shape the future of a business. As a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be supporting the business in constantly looking at ways to perform more efficiently. You will analyze processes and make recommendations, work with cross-functional teams to recognize opportunities, and implement sustainable improvements. Copeland is seeking a highly competent continuous improvement professional who uses a variety of skills such as project design, leadership, and influence to ensure process development and improved outcomes. This person will be responsible for using Lean Six Sigma principles to drive improvement initiatives and operational excellence. This role could expand beyond manufacturing processes, working with project management and operations to make improvements across the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, Industrial/Engineering Technology, or a related field
Minimum of five (5) years of experience
Quality improvement methodologies such as Lean and Six Sigma
Experience leading Kaizens, Root cause analysis, and Value Stream Mapping
Continuous Improvement Management certification
Ability to weigh and manage priorities, well organized and with ability to multitask
Strong work habits focusing on safety, quality and productivity
Proficiency in commonly used and specialized software
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including advanced skills with Excel
Demonstrated ability to work in fast paced, changing environments
Ability to travel 10% of the time

Responsibilities

Identify and prioritize process improvement opportunities to reduce waste, lower costs, and improve efficiency
Lead end-to-end continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma, from scoping through sustaining by developing and driving structured implementation plans, including timelines, governance, and performance tracking
Coach and train teams on CBS (Copeland Business System) tools to build capability and sustain results
Working to continuously improve transactional and production processes by collaborating with multiple functions
Define project scope, objectives, success metrics, deliverables, and constraints
Evaluate and select solutions based on impact, feasibility, and resource requirements
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to drive alignment and ensure effective change adoption
Identify and mitigate risks, obstacles, and technical challenges
Track outcomes and optimize solutions to ensure sustained business impact
Work with Stakeholders to develop clear project charters defining scope and goals
Facilitate events such as Structured Problem Solving, Value Stream Mapping, and Project Kaizens
Accurately analyze options including impact and feasibility
Identifying obstacles and ways to overcome them through continuous improvement
Hold Teams accountable to regularly monitor solution implementation insuring achievement of expected benefits