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Improvement Engineer at Carlisle Construction Materials in Tooele, Utah

Posted in Other 30+ days ago.





Job Description:

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) has an exciting opportunity for an Improvement Engineer to join our team in Tooele, UT. The Improvement Engineer will apply engineering and Lean Six Sigma knowledge and concepts to identify, scope, and manage projects and activities that will improve process control and overall plant efficiency. The position requires building strong working relationships and communicating effectively with plant personnel and management to effectively identify and execute the activities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are also required.


Job Responsibilities:


* Apply engineering knowledge to the manufacturing processes to identify improvement opportunities.
* Perform root cause analysis to reduce process variability.
* Utilize statistical analysis and software tools to evaluate manufacturing data.
* Prepare written justifications for approved capital expenditures (ACEs).
* Play a key role in advancing CCM's lean journey across the organization.
* Facilitate events and meetings focused on manufacturing improvements and cost reduction.
* Track and report project savings.


Essential Duties (% of time/month):


* Coordinate and manage numerous teams and projects to execute and sustain improvement projects (35%).
* Identify and prioritize potential manufacturing improvement projects in responsible plants (25%).
* Attend and facilitate Kaizen and other continuous improvement events throughout the organization (15-20%).
* Work with the COS team to further drive the overall COS journey to establish a culture of continuous improvement throughout CCM (15%).
* Research and prepare written justifications for capital expenditures (<%).


Knowledge/Skills


* Operational understanding of manufacturing, business software systems, business systems functions and how they inter-relate, and customer expectations
* Proficient understanding of fundamental Lean tools including, but not limited to, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Mistake Proofing, TPM, MDI, Root Cause Analysis, etc.
* Strong understanding of Six Sigma tools and approaches including, but not limited to, DMAIC, Measurement System Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Process Capability, Experimental Design (DOE), etc.
* Effective project and time management techniques
* Working knowledge of various software systems including Microsoft Office, SAP, Minitab, Wonderware, etc.


Essential Full Performance Skills


* Strong verbal and written communication skills, presentation skills, problem solving and analytical skills, conflict resolution, listening skills, coaching and facilitating skills
* Ability to identify, scope, and execute numerous improvement projects simultaneously
* Capacity to communicate complex theories in simple terms to all levels of the organization
* Effectively able to articulate technical details in written form


Work Environment:


* Generally, office-type environments along with plant settings.
* Shop Floor work areas in the plants may be dirty, dusty, and hotter or colder than in office settings.


Time Worked:


* Hours Worked - Work hours will vary based on the project and assignment. Generally, the hours will be normal business hours, but longer days and/or nights should be anticipated as needed. Travel to/from other CCM locations will require hours outside of normal business hours.
* Days of Week Worked - Workdays will generally be Monday thru Friday. Some weekends may be required, but generally only for travel to or from other CCM locations.
* Shifts Worked - Generally shift work will only be required to accommodate Shop Floor/Plant projects.


Education & Experience:


* Bachelor's degree, preferably in Industrial, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
* Lean Champion Certification and Six Sigma Green/Black Belt is a plus.
* 2+ years of experience in a Lean Six Sigma enterprise or equivalent educational experience.


Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled


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