Continuous Improvement Leader – Engineer III at Andersen Corporation

Elmore, Ohio, United States

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$115,000 – $142,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

Experience in continuous improvement engineering, particularly in process control, cost improvement (yield and labor efficiency), product quality improvement, and cycle time reduction
Proficiency in Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC problem-solving methodologies
Ability to lead, coach, and guide peer engineers, including in training and development content creation
Experience investigating and proposing new procedures and methods to automate, improve, or scale-up processes
Capability to work cross-functionally with operators, engineering, maintenance, quality, management, R&D, and production planning
Knowledge of statistical process control methodologies for identifying critical process metrics, implementing control systems, and authoring standard operating procedures
Skills in root cause analysis using manufacturing data
Experience leading Yellow and Green Belt trainings and certifying Green Belts via scorecard analysis
Ability to comply with, support, and provide input to EH&S and quality programs, operating safely, honestly, and ethically

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to peer engineers in Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC methodologies, including proposing, creating, and improving training content for Engineering and Operations
Partner with Process Engineering, Operations, and Quality Engineering to identify, define, and financially vet continuous improvement and cost improvement projects
Routinely observe manufacturing activities and meet with operators to discuss improvement opportunities
Lead cross-facility and cross-functional project teams through DMAIC phases
Ensure sustainability of improvements by identifying critical metrics, implementing process control systems, and authoring standard operating procedures
Identify and remove barriers to process yield, cycle time, defect reduction, inventory reduction, waste elimination, and margin preservation/growth
Collect and interpret manufacturing data for root cause analysis
Maintain open communications with leadership, operators, and engineers on initiatives
Lead/collaborate on process improvement initiatives, providing coaching on Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC
Participate in or lead project reviews, coaching project leaders
Lead Yellow and Green Belt trainings and certify Green Belts
Support identification, prioritization, and business impact assessment of improvement initiatives
Collaborate with Process Engineering and R&D on new product development process capability and control metrics
Work with Commercial and Product Management to determine future improvement projects
Provide manufacturing capability information and opportunities to Product Management for margin improvement
Track and communicate status of initiatives

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

DMAIC

Process Control

Continuous Improvement

Process Engineering

Quality Engineering

Project Management

Manufacturing Operations

Safety Management

EH&S

Andersen Corporation

Specializes in replacement windows and doors

About Andersen Corporation

Renewal by Andersen specializes in replacing windows and doors for homeowners looking to improve their homes. They offer a variety of styles and colors, focusing on high-quality, energy-efficient products. The process begins with a consultation where customers can use an Augmented Reality tool to visualize how different options will look in their homes. After selecting products, precise measurements are taken for a custom fit, and professional technicians handle the installation. This company stands out from competitors by providing a complete service from consultation to installation, ensuring customer satisfaction. Their goal is to enhance the aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency of homes while maintaining a strong reputation for quality, as shown by their awards.

Cottage Grove, MinnesotaHeadquarters

1995Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

VR & AR, Consumer GoodsIndustries

5,001-10,000Employees