Lean Manufacturing Engineer

Stevens Industries Inc•Teutopolis, IL

About The Position

Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing operations into models of efficiency and excellence? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and making a measurable impact? Join our team as a Lean Manufacturing Engineer and help us build smarter, faster, and leaner production systems. At Stevens, we don’t just manufacture—we innovate. We’re looking for a strategic thinker and hands-on problem solver who can bring fresh ideas to the floor and lead initiatives that eliminate waste, improve quality, and optimize processes. If you’re ready to influence change and see your ideas come to life, this is your opportunity.

Requirements

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and 2+ years of experience in lean manufacturing preferred.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, ERP systems, BOMs, and production routings.
Lean Expertise: Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles.
Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coach continuous improvement concepts.
Problem-Solving Mindset: Creative, analytical, and innovative approach to complex challenges.
Tech Savvy: Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word).

Responsibilities

Lead the Charge: Champion lean principles across the facility, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Design for Success: Develop and implement systems that enable data-driven decisions and streamline workflows.
Innovate on the Floor: Collaborate with engineers, managers, and operators to redesign layouts, improve processes, and boost productivity.
Be the Expert: Deploy methodologies like SMED, Poka-Yoke, Kanban, Kaizen, and Pull Systems to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
Solve Big Problems: Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to permanently resolve quality and productivity issues.
Drive Culture Change: Mentor teams, influence positive change, and energize the organization toward lean thinking.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary and bonus structure
On-Demand Pay – Access your earned pay prior to payday
100% Company-Paid Employee Life Insurance, & Disability Insurance
Competitive Paid Time Off Plan plus 9 Paid Holidays
200% Company 401(K) Match
Annual Profit-Sharing Bonuses
Company Stock Options
Health Savings Account with Company match
Educational Assistance Plan
Additional Employee Perks such as fitness club reimbursement, retail discounts, company apparel, special employee events and meals, and more