Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement Engineer II
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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here .
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What You'll Get to Do
The Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement Engineer is focused on the design, development & implementation of advanced manufacturing processes & equipment, & reports to the Director of Manufacturing. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about optimizing operations, driving continuous improvement & mentoring technical teams. You'll be empowered with the tools, support & autonomy to make a real, visible impact every day, as a vital member of a Manufacturing team that values innovation, collaboration & operational excellence.
Job responsibilities include:
Design, develop & implement innovative manufacturing processes & equipment
Develop & maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans & work instructions
Conduct time studies & line balancing, & optimize material flow & plant layout through equipment & production line design
Collaborate with engineers, technicians & production staff to optimize manufacturing operations & ensure quality & efficiency
Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean & TPS (Toyota Production System) tools, applying lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools & procedures
Teach & coach team members on Value Stream Mapping, time studies, Kaizen events, Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, Job Element Sheets, root cause analysis (5-Why, Cause & Effect Diagrams, A3 tools), New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, test validation plans, Gauge Studies & statistical analysis
Provide technical support for operational improvement initiatives (SQDPC: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Cost)
Set up, verify & troubleshoot tools, machines & processes; track critical asset downtime, conduct RCA & implement countermeasures to improve OEE
Support a critical spare parts program & lead facility reliability KPI improvement initiatives, including autonomous maintenance & preventive maintenance standardization
Serve as the single point of accountability for capital projects, from AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) generation through asset release, including scope, cost & schedule inputs
Support new product launches, equipment installations & major initiatives, ensuring successful qualification of new equipment (SAT/FAT) into production
What We Are Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent hands-on experience
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with Toyota Production System, quality systems & lean concepts
Ability to lead functional teams or projects of moderate complexity
Experience with quality tools such as PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, Gauge R&R, statistical analysis & A3
Certifications such as CQM, ISO 9000/TS-16949 Lead Auditor, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt, or equivalent experience, a plus
Proficiency in MS Windows & MS Office (MS Project required); AutoCAD experience a plus
Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds & career paths who bring strong problem-solving skills, hands-on drive & a passion for continuous improvement, formal certifications aren't required to be considered
What OBE Offers You
Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed
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