Continuous Improvement Engineer

Mordan Truck • Janesville, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Continuous Improvement Engineer champions a culture of continuous improvement by partnering with site leadership to identify opportunities, streamline processes, and deliver measurable results. The role leads cross-functional initiatives aligned with business KPIs, using Lean methodologies to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance operational performance. It also assesses organizational needs and provides targeted training to develop capabilities and sustain long-term operational excellence.

The position works across manufacturing plants and with corporate partners, leading Kaizen activities and improvement initiatives, tracking financial impact, and maintaining a pipeline of opportunities. It includes work in an office and active manufacturing plant environment, and requires travel up to 10%.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment applying Lean methodologies and structured problem-solving tools.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience driving continuous improvement initiatives, including financial analysis of savings, budgeting, ROI calculations, and ratio analysis.
• Formal training and application of Lean principles, including 5S, waste elimination, mistake-proofing (poka-yoke), PDCA, root cause analysis, A3 problem solving, value stream mapping, Kaizen, and lead time reduction.
• Strong analytical capabilities and demonstrated experience quantifying savings and evaluating return on investment.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives in material management and Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP).
• Experience evaluating and improving operational performance metrics, including efficiency and utilization.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with JDE (J.D. Edwards).

Responsibilities

• Document current-state processes and identify improvement opportunities using Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Daily Management, and Visual Management.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures, Standard Work, and 5S practices to promote consistency across business units.
• Lead and support Lean process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Design sustainable processes and tracking systems; define and monitor manufacturing KPIs, Kaizen activity, and cost savings.
• Provide guidance and training to team members on Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices.
• Lead Kaizen events and initiatives, including execution and validation of financial impact.
• Coordinate communication and alignment across manufacturing plants and with corporate partners.
• Lead cross-functional teams in achieving Kaizen objectives and measurable results.
• Mentor team members in using Lean tools and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Prepare and share regular progress updates, including weekly reporting on improvement initiatives.
• Manage the Kaizen funnel and Just Do It plan to prioritize and track improvement opportunities.
• Contribute to additional initiatives and responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Exclusive discounts on footwear, eyewear, and safety gear.

What This Job Offers

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