Lean Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Process Enginee r to join our team and take a leading role in defining and improving our systems and procedures. The ideal candidate will excel at developing streamlined processes that enhance productivity, reduce costs, and ensure consistent quality throughout our operations. This role is essential in creating efficient workflows, establishing clear procedures, and driving continuous improvement across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define and Document Procedures:

Design, document, and standardize operational procedures across various departments to promote consistency, quality, and ease of understanding for all team members.

• System Design and Optimization:

Develop and implement systems that improve overall operational efficiency, reduce cycle times, and minimize waste in production or service delivery.

• Cost Reduction Initiatives:

Identify opportunities for cost savings by optimizing resource utilization, improving process efficiency, and eliminating unnecessary steps within workflows.

• Process Mapping and Analysis:

Use process mapping tools to analyze current workflows, pinpoint bottlenecks, and propose enhancements to improve speed and output quality.

• Continuous Improvement:

Drive continuous improvement initiatives by regularly assessing procedures and collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement Lean or Six Sigma principles.

• Performance Tracking:

Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor the effectiveness of implemented processes, ensuring all procedures achieve desired outcomes and align with company goals.

• Training and Support:

Develop training materials and provide hands-on support to staff, ensuring adherence to defined processes and enabling smooth transitions when implementing new systems or procedures.

• Compliance and Quality Assurance:

Ensure all processes meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards, and proactively work to address any compliance gaps.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience (3+ years) as a Process Engineer, Process Improvement Specialist, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Experience with process mapping tools and performance metrics tracking.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a detail-oriented approach to designing efficient systems.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and process documentation software.
• Preferred Skills: Certification in Lean or Six Sigma (e.g., Green Belt or Black Belt).
• Familiarity with ERP or BPM software systems.