Continuous Improvement Engineer

Overview

Precinmac is a leading diversified manufacturer of high-tolerance precision machined components and assemblies. The Precinmac brand represents seven independently owned companies in the United States and Canada. We focus on continuous improvement, on-time delivery, and the highest possible quality and consistency.

We are currently seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer for our Shields Manufacturing facility in Tualatin Oregon. (On-site position)

• A Highly competitive total compensation package
• Medical (3 medical plans to choose from)
• Dental
• Vision
• Life (Free Provided, options for supplemental on top)
• Disability Insurance (STD and LTD provided by the company for free)
• 401(k) with company match
• A generous paid time off schedule
• Discretionary quarterly bonus program

This is not a Remote Work Opportunity.

• Applies project management skill set to manage all projects under their scope (Plant / Department or Area) while ensuring timeline and targets (which includes savings or additional impact calculations and approvals, project documentation and 12 months tracking for sustainability) are met.
• Analyzes efficiency, scrap, rework, and delivery data to identify and propose high impact VCP improvement projects.
• Drives completion of ideas and requests through the Precinmac Way huddle boards and TPW system.
• Facilitates Kaizen events from initial opportunity identification and chartering to closure of all Kaizen action items with measurable and sustainable improvement results.
• Provides training on CI-related topics to improvement and project team members as necessary to achieve goals.
• Coaches and develops team members' continuous improvement skill sets, helping to build out a team of individuals capable of facilitating Kaizen events.
• Leads the sustaining and improvement efforts of the standardized, tiered visual performance (metric) team huddle boards and structures to ensure driving action and daily problem solving.
• Assist in the training and execution of the daily huddle boards.
• Actively drives standardization and process documentation across the entire organization.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, engineering technology, business or other applicable degree and experience combination - Preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of improvement experience in a manufacturing environment preferably in a manufacturing or process Improvement role.
• Experience with and trained in Lean methodologies, including but not limited to; 5S, SMED, VSM, Visual Management / Visual Factory, Standard Work, Mistake-Proofing, and TPM.
• Green Belt level certification in Lean or Lean Six Sigma from a reputable training provider.
• Hands on experience with machining processes, preferably with multi-axis milling and turning.
• Experience using ERP and MES software, preferably Infor
  10 ERP (Syteline) and Shop Vue.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with strong MS Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR, i.e. a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement:
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with all federal and state regulations. Precinmac provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans  Readjustment Assistance Act.

Precinmac Values Statement:
We are bound by Trust; we express our Gratitude, we lead with Action, we are poised for Growth, and we are driven by Excellence.