Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.

Manufacturing

LeanContinuousImprovementEngineer

$75–120k Gallatin, Tennessee, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Lean Continuous Improvement Engineer at Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc.. Manage and improve operational processes. Coordinate cross-functional teams”

Industry & Context.

Manufacturing

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

3+ years experience

What You'll Do.

Manage and improve operational processes

Coordinate cross-functional teams

Manage vendor relationships

Track and report on operational metrics

Plan and allocate resources

Drive continuous improvement initiatives

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

Simpson Strong-Tie is a leader in engineered structural connectors, software, and solutions for the building industry. We maintain a reputation as a trusted manufacturer, partner, and corporate citizen committed to our customers and employees. Our founder, Barc Simpson established [9 Principles of Business](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRe-sQJ6qzw) we live out as company values and have made Simpson Strong-Tie an inspiring place to work since 1956. Our team of talented people are dedicated to our shared mission: to provide solutions that help people design and build safer, stronger structures. Learn about our company culture [directly from our team](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx6KVtDVwnt14YATMWD8aaZ-gb-5X6gqM). **YOU** As a Lean Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will be responsible for streamlining the manufacturing process, eliminating waste, increasing efficiency and driving continuous improvement through the plant and warehouse/ shipping department. You will facilitate Kaizen events and support team leaders to identify bottlenecks in processes, collect and analyze data, implement countermeasures, evaluate process after change, compile results, present findings and solutions, recommend permanent changes to processes, and train associates on continuous improvement methods. **WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING**(% of Time) Support the implementation of the Lean Continuous improvement roadmap through training our associates on 5S and Lean Methods and Tools, facilitating kaizen events, and managing improvement projects pipeline. (35%) Facilitate/Support Lean (kaizen) events aimed to remove process waste and serve as a coach/mentor to team leads and associates. (35%) Collect, organize and analyze data, summarize findings, develop conclusions for projects and key business metrics and/or processes. (20%) Maintain project-tracking pipeline, prepare cost benefits analysis for review with management team, and make recommendations for prioritizations. (10%) **DESIRED SKI

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