Lean Manufacturing Engineer - Hart Area
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Manufacturing / Production
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer -
Engineering
Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Lean Manufacturing Engineer | Hart, MI
Salary Range: $75,000 - $114,000 depending on experience
Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for excelling as a lean manufacturing engineer? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Hart area seeking Lean Manufacturing Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Lean Manufacturing Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Hart in Oceana County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Shelby, New Era, Mears, and Baldwin.
The OpportunityWe collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Hart area that seek skilled Lean Manufacturing Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.
Usual Responsibilities- Track key metrics such as cycle time, scrap, and on‑time delivery.
- Train operators and supervisors on lean tools and methods.
- Support 5S and visual management across work areas.
- Analyze root causes of downtime and quality defects.
- Lead continuous improvement projects on the production floor.
- Map value streams and identify waste in current processes.
- Run kaizen events with production and maintenance teams.
- Develop and update standard work instructions.
- Knowledge of value stream mapping, kaizen, and standard work.
- Strong data analysis and problem solving skills.
- Ability to work with hourly production teams on the floor.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Bachelor degree in engineering or a related technical field.
- Hands‑on experience applying lean tools in a manufacturing setting.
- Experience leading cross functional improvement teams.
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Experience with time studies and line balancing.
- Familiarity with ERP or manufacturing execution systems.
- Background in automotive or high volume assembly.
Quality Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Lean Coordinator, Six Sigma Engineer, Production Engineer, Operations Excellence Engineer
Work AuthorizationApplicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Required SkillsMinitab Resume 5S Data Offers Kaizen Robotics AI Lean Six Sigma Cost Reduction Access Support Lean Manufacturing Operational Excellence Six Sigma Operations Waste Analysis Training Programs Key Performance Indicators Salary Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Continuous Improvement R Manufacturing Programming Excel Preparation Data Analysis Software Design Engineering Python Training
Salary Package$ 75,000. (US Dollar)
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