Actalent
Continuous Improvement Engineer
Actalent, Fairport, New York, United States, 14450
Job Title: Plant Engineer
Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is primarily responsible for capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements. This role focuses on optimizing the performance of production equipment, minimizing downtime, and improving product throughput. The Continuous Improvement Engineer will continuously assess equipment to determine the necessity for maintenance, upgrades, or replacements. This position involves close collaboration with maintenance, engineering, quality, and operations teams.
Responsibilities
Manage and execute capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements.
Optimize the performance of production equipment to minimize downtime and improve product throughput.
Continuously assess equipment to determine maintenance needs, upgrades, or replacements.
Work closely with maintenance, engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure seamless operations.
Perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues impacting equipment reliability.
Implement process improvements in a high-volume manufacturing/packaging environment.
Handle process system and equipment maintenance to enhance equipment operation.
Adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Take ownership of projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful outcomes.
Apply continuous improvement methodologies, including lean six sigma and Allen-Bradley systems.
Essential Skills
4-6 years of experience in process improvement, continuous improvement, and project management.
Experience with capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Knowledge of heat transfer and fluid dynamics.
Proficiency in root cause analysis and troubleshooting.
Hands-on project management and engineering experience.
Ability to adapt to changing project demands and manage multiple projects.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Certified Lean Six Sigma is a plus but not required.
Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies is advantageous.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems and continuous improvement processes.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.
Job Description
The Continuous Improvement Engineer is primarily responsible for capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements. This role focuses on optimizing the performance of production equipment, minimizing downtime, and improving product throughput. The Continuous Improvement Engineer will continuously assess equipment to determine the necessity for maintenance, upgrades, or replacements. This position involves close collaboration with maintenance, engineering, quality, and operations teams.
Responsibilities
Manage and execute capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements.
Optimize the performance of production equipment to minimize downtime and improve product throughput.
Continuously assess equipment to determine maintenance needs, upgrades, or replacements.
Work closely with maintenance, engineering, quality, and operations teams to ensure seamless operations.
Perform root cause analysis to identify and resolve issues impacting equipment reliability.
Implement process improvements in a high-volume manufacturing/packaging environment.
Handle process system and equipment maintenance to enhance equipment operation.
Adapt to shifting priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Take ownership of projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful outcomes.
Apply continuous improvement methodologies, including lean six sigma and Allen-Bradley systems.
Essential Skills
4-6 years of experience in process improvement, continuous improvement, and project management.
Experience with capital improvement projects and equipment enhancements.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Knowledge of heat transfer and fluid dynamics.
Proficiency in root cause analysis and troubleshooting.
Hands-on project management and engineering experience.
Ability to adapt to changing project demands and manage multiple projects.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Certified Lean Six Sigma is a plus but not required.
Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies is advantageous.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley systems and continuous improvement processes.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
Hiring diverse talent
Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.