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Lean Engineer | Kent, OH

Kent, Ohio Permanent USD90,000 - USD110,000 per year View Job Description
We are seeking a Lean Engineer to identify process inefficiencies, eliminate waste, and improve operational performance throughout the facility. This role will lead continuous improvement initiatives and help drive a culture of operational excellence across the organization.
  • Lead operational excellence initiatives across the organization
  • Highly visible role with long-term growth potential

About Our Client

Our client is a growing Northeast Ohio manufacturer serving industrial and engineered product markets. Through ongoing investments in people, processes, and technology, the organization has established itself as a leader in operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Job Description

  • Lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Facilitate Kaizen events and value stream mapping exercises
  • Analyze production data and identify process improvement opportunities
  • Implement waste reduction and cost savings projects
  • Develop KPI dashboards and performance metrics
  • Train employees on Lean tools and methodologies
  • Support 5S, standard work, and visual management programs
  • Partner with operations and engineering teams to drive improvements
  • Present project results and business impact to leadership



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Lean Engineer should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field
  • 3+ years of Lean, Continuous Improvement, or Manufacturing Engineering experience
  • Experience leading improvement projects in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and tools
  • Strong analytical and project management skills
  • Excellent communication and facilitation abilities
  • Six Sigma certification preferred

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $90,000 to $110,000 annually.
  • Annual performance bonus
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO and paid holidays
Contact
Michael Turner
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7075172

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Six Sigma, Lean, Process improvement
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Kent
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Turner
Job Reference
JN-072026-7075172
 

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