Continuous Improvement Engineer

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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

The Continuous Improvement Engineer supports facility-wide initiatives focused on improving safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance. This role provides hands‑on experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization by working closely with cross-functional teams to analyze operations and implement improvements. The position is designed to develop foundational skills in industrial engineering and continuous improvement methodologies.

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SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

At Wells, you’re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you’re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

WHAT WE OFFER
Wells provides a competitive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial well‑being, and work‑life balance. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, company‑paid disability and life insurance, wellness incentives, paid holidays, PTO, flexible spending accounts, HSA options, a 401(k) with profit sharing, access to Nice Healthcare, employee assistance resources, pet insurance, and additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans.

• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.
• Union employee benefits are provided through separate collective bargaining agreements

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, quality, and cost improvements
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and cross‑functional improvement projects
• Assist in developing and tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational performance
• Participate in root cause analysis and structured problem‑solving activities
• Help implement standardized work instructions and best practices across operations
• Support cost reduction initiatives related to materials, labor, and process efficiency
• Conduct time studies, process analysis, and other industrial engineering evaluations
• Assist with new product introductions and process change implementation
• Maintain documentation for continuous improvement projects, including reports and action plans
• Ensure all work complies with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated engineering student with a strong interest in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement. They are analytical, curious
, and eager to learn how data‑driven decision‑making improves operational performance. This individual works well in teams, takes initiative, and is excited to contribute to real‑world process improvement projects that impact safety, quality, and efficiency.

IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Strong interest in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or…