Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III

Job Title

Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III

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Job Description

What starts with YOU, moves the world!

Hyster-Yale Group, Inc. (HYG), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III based at our Berea, KY location .

What you will do

• Identify & lead continuous improvement activities in manufacturing processes including automation, robotics, and digital systems

• Provide support for existing manufacturing processes to resolve issues

• Evaluate new and existing processes / parts for manufacture and / or assembly utilizing DFT guidelines

• Support development of accurate, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing processes following DFT principles.

• Specify and justify suitable equipment and tooling to meet manufacturing needs

• Solve day to day manufacturing problems to meet SQDCME requirements

• Lead teams using CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6s, and other applicable tools

• Able to flex across multiple value streams to provide support to different processes

• Provides support to Innovation and Automation Strategy

• Provides support to New Product Introduction (NPI) Team

Who you are

• Inspiring leader with the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and interact with all levels of the organization.

• Innovative and analytical thinker who can resolve major problems and implement permanent corrective actions.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to take initiative and be proactive in resolving product quality and customer issues

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to function as a team player.

The successful Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

Level I

• Bachelor's Degree in technical field or associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• 3-5 Years' experience in manufacturing or equivalent education

• Basic leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes, and implement new concepts.

• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving.

• Analytical ability to resolve minor problems and implement permanent corrective actions

• Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management with demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative.

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, and computer applications.

Level II

• Bachelor's degree (technical field) preferred or associate degree or 5 - 7 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• 5 - 7 years' experience in manufacturing or equivalent education

• Intermediate leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts. Ability to lead and interact with small groups

• Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead teams in continuous improvement projects

• Intermediate analytical ability to resolve minor problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.

• Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function as a team player.

• Intermediate knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, computer applications

Level III

• Bachelor's Degree (technical field) preferred, associate degree, or 7-10 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• Strong leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead and coach teams in continuous improvement projects

• Strong analytical ability to resolve major problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Able to be proactive and take initiative while utilizing planning and organization skills to effectively manage time

• Strong knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, computer applications

Who we are

HYG designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials. As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, HYG have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.

What we offer

Hyster-Yale Group offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option , and opportunities for growth and development. A full benefits package: paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k).

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Job ID

JC1083

Employment Type

Full time

Work Hours

40

Travel Required

1-10%

Primary Location

HYG US Berea, KY

Address

2200 Menelaus Pike

Zip Code

40403

Field-Based

No

Relocation Assistance Available

No

We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled