Lean​/ISO Engineer

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Full Time Elkhart, IN, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $80,000.00 To $90,000.00 Annually

The Lean / ISO Engineer is responsible for driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing principles while maintaining and improving the company’s ISO management systems. This role leads waste reduction initiatives, standardizes processes, ensures compliance with quality standards, and supports sustainable continuous improvement across all manufacturing and support functions.

• Lead Lean initiatives using DMAIC, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping methodologies.
• Identify and eliminate waste (Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-Utilized Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Extra Processing).
• Develop and implement Standard Work and visual management systems.
• Implement and sustain 5S workplace organization programs.
• Improve OEE, productivity, and process flow in manufacturing operations.
• Maintain ISO 9001 (and ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 if applicable) management systems.
• Manage internal audit programs and coordinate external certification audits.
• Maintain document control and revision systems.
• Lead corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Conduct root cause analysis (5-Why, Fishbone, 8D) and implement corrective measures.
• Support PFMEA and Control Plan development.
• Develop performance dashboards and KPI reporting.
• Validate financial savings from continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train employees on Lean principles and ISO requirements.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Quality, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Experience managing ISO management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Desired).
• Certified ISO Internal Auditor.
• Experience in extrusion, fabrication, or metal manufacturing (Desired).
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools (FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA).

• Leadership and influence without authority.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Risk-based thinking.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Scrap reduction percentage.
• Productivity and OEE improvement.
• Audit finding closure rate.
• On-time corrective action completion.
• Annual cost savings from Lean initiatives.
• Successful ISO certification audits with zero major nonconformities.

Ability to work in a manufacturing floor environment, including standing and walking for extended periods. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.