Continuous Improvement Engineer, EMS Division

Position Title: Continuous Improvement Engineer, EMS Division

Department: Operations

Reports to: VP and General Manager, EMS Division

Wage Range: $90,000-$110,000

The Continuous Improvement Engineer, EMS Division is responsible for developing, standardizing, and advancing the Continuous Improvement strategy across the EMS Division. This role partners with site leadership to improve operational performance through Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, operational excellence, and digital transformation initiatives that increase productivity, improve quality, reduce cost, and enhance customer satisfaction.

The position serves as the division's subject matter expert for Continuous Improvement methodologies, developing standardized processes, performance metrics, training programs, and best practices that can be implemented consistently across multiple manufacturing locations. This individual works closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program Management to build a culture of data-driven decision making and sustainable operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker who can also work hands‑on with manufacturing teams to solve complex operational problems while creating scalable systems that improve business performance throughout the division.

• Develop and execute the EMS Division Continuous Improvement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Lead strategic Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives across the division to improve productivity, quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Identify opportunities to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and improve process capability throughout manufacturing operations.
• Establish standardized Continuous Improvement methodologies, tools, and governance across all EMS locations.
• Promote a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

• Lead Value Stream Mapping initiatives to optimize material and information flow.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, Rapid Improvement Events, and cross‑functional workshops.
• Implement and standardize Lean tools including:
• 5S
• Standard Work
• Visual Management
• Daily Management Systems
• Gemba Walks
• SMED
• Error Proofing (Poka‑Yoke)
• Flow Manufacturing

Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, labor utilization studies, and workflow optimization. Improve factory layouts and material flow to maximize operational efficiency.

• Lead complex problem‑solving efforts using Lean Six Sigma methodologies including:
• DMAIC
• 5 Whys
• Fishbone Analysis
• Pareto Analysis
• FMEA
• Statistical Process Control
• Process Capability Analysis

Partner with Quality and Engineering to reduce defects, improve First Pass Yield, and eliminate recurring issues. Support corrective and preventive action (CAPA) activities by ensuring sustainable solutions are implemented.

• Develop standardized operational dashboards and KPI reporting across the EMS Division.
• Improve visibility into operational performance through real‑time data collection and reporting systems.
• Partner with IT and business system teams to improve integration between ERP, MES, Quality, and Manufacturing systems.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, prioritize improvement opportunities, and measure business impact.
• Support digital transformation initiatives that improve operational visibility and decision making.

• Lead cross‑functional improvement initiatives involving Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Finance, and Program Management.
• Facilitate alignment between departments to improve business performance and remove organizational barriers.
• Support strategic operational initiatives identified by executive leadership.
• Share best practices across manufacturing locations and drive standardization where appropriate.

• Manage multiple improvement projects simultaneously from concept through implementation and sustainment.
• Develop project charters, timelines, resource plans, and measurable success criteria.
• Build financial…