Continuous Improvement Engineer

Continuous Improvement Lead

Full Time

Rockford, IN

Our client, is a globally backed industrial manufacturer and is seeking a Continuous Improvement Leader to drive measurable operational performance across a growing manufacturing facility.

This role reports directly to site leadership and is designed for someone who doesn’t just support Lean initiatives — but owns them.

If you’re energized by eliminating waste, building sustainable systems, and leading cross-functional change that drives real cost savings and efficiency gains — this is a platform role.

What You’ll Own

• Identify and eliminate waste across production workflows (defects, overproduction, downtime, inefficiencies)
• Lead Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and structured root cause initiatives
• Drive plant-wide KPI development, tracking, and accountability
• Implement cost-reduction and productivity improvement strategies
• Manage multiple improvement projects from concept through execution
• Educate and mentor leaders and operators on Lean culture and data-driven decision-making

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related discipline
• Strong background in Continuous Improvement within manufacturing
• Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt preferred
• Experience working with ERP and manufacturing systems
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive change
• Hands-on leader comfortable on the production floor