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Lean Manufacturing Engineer
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Teutopolis, Effingham County, Illinois, 62467, USA
Listed on 2026-01-15
Listing for:
Stevens Industries
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-15
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Operations Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Teutopolis
Description
Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing operations into models of efficiency and excellence? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and making a measurable impact? Join our team as a Lean Manufacturing Engineer and help us build smarter, faster, and leaner production systems.
At Stevens, we don't just manufacture-we innovate. We're looking for a strategic thinker and hands-on problem solver who can bring fresh ideas to the floor and lead initiatives that eliminate waste, improve quality, and optimize processes. If you're ready to influence change and see your ideas come to life, this is your opportunity.
What You'll Do
- Lead the Charge: Champion lean principles across the facility, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
- Design for Success: Develop and implement systems that enable data-driven decisions and streamline workflows.
- Innovate on the Floor: Collaborate with engineers, managers, and operators to redesign layouts, improve processes, and boost productivity.
- Be the Expert: Deploy methodologies like SMED, Poka-Yoke, Kanban, Kaizen, and Pull Systems to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
- Solve Big Problems: Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities to permanently resolve quality and productivity issues.
- Drive Culture Change: Mentor teams, influence positive change, and energize the organization toward lean thinking.
- Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and 2+ years of experience in lean manufacturing preferred.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in AutoCAD, ERP systems, BOMs, and production routings.
- Lean Expertise: Hands-on experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen principles.
- Leadership & Influence: Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coach continuous improvement concepts.
- Problem-Solving Mindset: Creative, analytical, and innovative approach to complex challenges.
- Tech Savvy: Skilled in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Word).
- Highly competitive salary and bonus structure
- On-Demand Pay - Access your earned pay prior to payday
- 100% Company-Paid Employee Life Insurance, & Disability Insurance
- Competitive Paid Time Off Plan plus 9 Paid Holidays
- 200% Company 401(K) Match
- Annual Profit-Sharing Bonuses
- Company Stock Options
- Health Savings Account with Company match
- Educational Assistance Plan
- Additional Employee Perks such as fitness club reimbursement, retail discounts, company apparel, special employee events and meals, and more
Stevens Industries, Inc., Tot Mate Central and Design Tex are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
Salary Description
$70,000-$85,000
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