Continuous Improvement Engineer (CI Engineer) (Precision machining)

Key Responsibilities

Lean Competences & Training

• Develop personal expertise in Lean tools and methodologies applied in manufacturing operations.

• Train and coach production teams on Lean standards, tools, and best practices to ensure proper implementation.

• Participate in regional/global Kaizen events and share best practices across teams.

• Contribute to Lean working groups to improve standards and tools.

Lean Strategy & System Deployment

• Ensure Lean principles are embedded in new projects at the appropriate stage.

• Support the Production/Plant Manager in maintaining a continuous improvement culture across operations.

• Conduct Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and propose annual Kaizen/workshop plans to drive productivity improvements.

• Define and support Lean strategy, including Lean targets and budgeting.

• Manage Lean system deployment, including self-assessments and improvement action plans.

• Implement Lean standards and best practices across production teams.

Gemba & Kaizen Activities

• Coach team members on Lean tools through on-the-job training.

• Lead and support Kaizen workshops, ensuring implementation of improvement actions.

• Conduct regular audits (5S, Kanban, Leader Standard Work) and ensure compliance with Lean standards.

• Organize and facilitate weekly Lean meetings and track Kaizen progress on the shop floor.

• Identify non-conformances and support corrective actions in daily operations.

• Promote Lean thinking and continuous improvement culture on the Gemba.

Lean Performance & Reporting

• Ensure accurate Lean reporting and KPI tracking (Tier metrics, productivity scorecards).

• Prepare quarterly Lean reports covering Kaizen progress, savings, and upcoming initiatives.

• Share and deploy best practices across internal and external sites.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience applying and coaching Lean principles in a manufacturing environment.

• Proven experience facilitating Kaizen events and delivering measurable improvements.

• Strong communication, presentation, and facilitation skills.

• Ability to influence, drive change, and build strong relationships across organization levels.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Experience in coaching, training, and developing teams.

• Knowledge of Lean tools such as 5S, Visual Management, Standard Work, Muda Hunting, SMED, TPM.

• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Experience in automation or manufacturing system implementation is an advantage.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

• Experience in automotive/Lean manufacturing environments (e.g., Toyota Production System) is preferred.

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