Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

We believe power is a promise - a shared commitment to be there for others when it matters most. For more than 65 years, we've turned big ideas into solutions that help protect homes, strengthen businesses and build a more resilient, efficient, sustainable energy future. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III is responsible for leading the implementation of operational process improvements utilizing the Generac Manufacturing System (GMS) across the value stream in a manufacturing or distribution facility. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides hands on execution and coaching of the lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving, etc.) and tools to eliminate waste in all operations functions. The Continuous Improvement Engineer III provides Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues.

Responsibilities

Coach and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean principles (Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Line/Cell Design, Single Piece Flow, Material Flow, Visual Management, SMED, TPM, Root Cause Problem Solving, etc.) and the GMS; Coach others to develop and implement Continuous Improvement solutions to solve complex process issues; Develop, document, and implement standard work to provide a basis of continuous improvement; Mentor and guide facility team members and peers in the understanding, use and implementation of Lean principles and tools; Participate in the implementation of standards and programs with the corporate Continuous Improvement team; Participate in the implementation of facility strategic plans and initiatives; Facilitate the flow of information sharing of best practices and external benchmarks

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering; 5 years of Continuous Improvement, Lean engineering experience

Nice to have

5 years of demonstrated implementation experience in Lean principles; Lean, Operations or Supply Chain Certifications; Demonstrated experience in flow principles, Kanban, and plan for every part (PFEP); Demonstrated experience in project leadership with a diversity of team skills

Benefits

Competitive Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and many more; Scheduled events throughout the year; Fun Days; Every day is Jeans Day; Product loan and discount programs