Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

Description

• Research and develop new manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing and QA to start up, debug, and verify processes.
• Support new product introductions and integrate new processes and equipment.
• Analyze, specify, and justify equipment, tooling, and capital projects.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing methods, standards, layouts, and line balances.
• Design, deploy, and validate automation and digital solutions for manufacturing processes.
• Mentor and lead continuous improvement teams; develop and track performance metrics.
• Provide documentation, training, and guidance to shop floor and indirect teams.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and APQP tools.

Requirements

• Continuous improvement and manufacturing process knowledge
• Systems knowledge (AS400, NOMS, CORE, EDM) preferred
• Quality Assurance fundamentals
• Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical/electronic componentry
• Experience with assembly processes
• Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Automation and time studies
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred; Associate degree in Technical Field required
• Project management skills
• Manufacturing engineering expertise
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience

Benefits

• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Lexington,KY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, dental & vision

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance