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Continuous Improvement Engineer

PA - York, 76 Acco Drive, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America Req #1284
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
At Ecore, we transform reclaimed materials into performance surfaces that manage energy and improve people’s lives.  Why does it matter?  Because we believe innovative surfaces have the power to help people in motion be their strongest, healthiest selves, and innovative businesses can help protect the planet we share.


Location: 76 Acco Drive, York, PA 17402

We are a rapidly expanding organization committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.  We are looking for a new Continuous Improvement Engineer to help us transform with structure, standardization, and Lean methodologies.  Join us in shaping a culture where continuous improvement is the foundation of everything we do.  Internally, we call this role Lean Master Engineer.

 

Continuous Improvement Engineer Salary Range: $81,000 - $110,000, based on experience

Travel: approximately 10-20% domestic travel to our other manufacturing plants.

 

Core Contributions:

  • Lead and implement Lean transformation initiatives across departments to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Facilitate Kaizen events, 5S audits, and Value Stream Mapping sessions to identify and eliminate waste in processes.
  • Mentor and train team members on Lean principles, tools, and techniques, ensuring long-term adoption and sustainability.
  • Analyze operations and identify key areas of improvement using Lean methodologies such as DMAIC, PDCA, and Root Cause Analysis.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and execute strategic plans for continuous improvement plans alignment with organizational goals.
  • Lead cross-functional teams in the design, development, and implementation of process improvements that enhance operational performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and performance metrics to measure progress and drive continuous improvement.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to promote consistent practices.
  • Conduct regular assessments of Lean initiatives to measure success, identify areas for refinement, and ensure scalability of improvements.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement by providing coaching, feedback, and encouragement to employees.
  • Partner with senior leadership to ensure the integration of Lean principles into the organization's strategic planning and decision-making.

Essential Experiences:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
  • Lean Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or higher) preferred
  • 7+ years of experience in Lean and Continuous Improvement roles, preferably in manufacturing or operations
  • Deep expertise in Lean principles, tools, and techniques, including Kaizen, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)
  • Experience leading successful Lean transformation initiatives and driving measurable results
What we offer you:
  • Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
  • 401k with a company match
  • Earn PTO hours immediately
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities for development
  • 2-minute walk to eco-friendly public transportation from rabbittransit

Ecore International is an equal opportunity employer (Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE APPLICANTS Ecore International and its subsidiaries participate in the E-Verify program. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and/or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If, after an applicant has been extended and accepted an offer of employment, the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to provide you written instructions and an opportunity to contact SSA and/or DHS before taking adverse action against you, including withdrawal of the offer of employment or terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants or to re-verify current employees and may not limit or influence the choice of documents presented for use on the Form I-9. In order to determine whether Form I-9 documentation is valid, this employer may use E-Verify's photo screening tool to match the photograph appearing on some permanent resident and employment authorization cards with the official U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' (USCIS) photograph.
 

Other details

  • Job Function Indirect
  • Pay Type Salary
  • Min Hiring Rate $81,000.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $110,000.00
  • Travel % 15
  • Telecommute % 10
Location on Google Maps
  • PA - York, 76 Acco Drive, York, Pennsylvania, United States of America