Continuous Improvement Engineer

Modine Manufacturing•Jefferson City, MO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The ideal candidate for Industrial Engineer will Drive continuous improvement and efficiency across manufacturing processes using lean principles and CI methodologies. You will improve safety, reduce waste, mentor operations, and implement sustainable improvements in a dynamic, tech-forward environment. Flexible to support off-shift projects and willing to go the extra mile to ensure project deliverables.

Requirements

BS/MS in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or equivalent engineering field.
Lean Six Sigma certification (GB/BB) or equivalent CI qualification preferred
Technical Skills: Deep expertise in Lean tools: VSM, 5S, Kaizen, SMED, TPM, PDCA, one-piece flow
Strong analytical skills: time studies, root cause, data literacy (Excel, Minitab, Power BI)
Experienced in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and ERP/MES systems
Ergonomic design, production layout optimization, and automation solution awareness
3-5+ years in manufacturing/production environments implementing CI strategies
Skilled in leading Kaizen events, executing improvements, leading cross-functional teams
Exceptional project management, communication, and leadership capabilities—able to influence at all levels
Committed to workplace safety and building a culture of continuous learning

Nice To Haves

Background in metal fabrication (laser, welding, assembly), low-volume/high-mix environments
Familiarity with SAP, MS Project, MES, ERP, and automation project coordination

Responsibilities

Lead and facilitate lean CI initiatives (Kaizen, 5S, SMED, VSM, TPM, 8 wastes), including planning, execution, and sustainment
Conduct time studies, value stream mapping, capacity analysis, and cycle time/line balance studies to optimize throughput
Support implementation of Daily management system- which includes developing and updating Tier board papers every month or given interval. Coach operations and support function teams on using the Tier boards and upkeeping of them
Design and implement ergonomic material handling, optimized layouts, and workstations to streamline flow and promote safety
Perform data collection from shop floor and summarize in actionable insights for process improvements
Develop, document, and maintain standard work, SOPs, visual controls, and daily Tier board systems
Use data-driven approaches to monitor KPIs (OEE, lead time, changeover time, inventory, safety incidents), root-cause analysis, and corrective action
Partner with cross-functional teams—operations, maintenance, quality, engineering—to plan and implement CI projects, ensuring knowledge transfer
Champion Lean culture: mentor staff, coach on CI tools, lead training sessions and audits
Propose and manage capital investments for CI initiatives; support automation/technology solutions
Maintain a relentless focus on safety, promoting behavior-based programs and compliance
Create AutoCAD layout scenarios for process improvements/facility upkeeping projects
Provide flexible support for off-shift projects and demonstrate commitment to achieving project deliverables by going above and beyond when required.