Continuous Improvement Engineer at Hoffmaster Group Inc. in Sparks, Nevada

Job Description:

Primary Purpose of The Role

The primary purpose is to optimize processes and systems within the organization.

Essential Job Duties

• Investigate, experiment, and implement processes to maximize productivity.

• Provide tactical coaching on Lean Methodology and Continuous Improvement Techniques.

• Proactive problem solving based on statistical analysis.

• Develop and implement new procedures and processes to increase the overall uptime and availability of systems and equipment.

• Resources and works as an internal liaison between plant staff and vendors during project planning and implementation.

• Gathers and analyzes data from relevant sources to identify trends and implement changes to improve operating efficiency of facility, lower costs, and improve safety and quality performance.

• Provides technical support through problem resolution (Root Cause Analysis), preventive/predictive maintenance, and asset optimization, etc.

• Creates and modifies procedures as needed to maximize equipment and maintenance operations.

• Maintains a basic knowledge of the latest developments and technologies relative to machine reliability, asset management, and maintenance operations.

• Assists with New Product Development.

• Provides active support and participation in safety-related projects as an active member of the Hoffmaster safety culture.

• Follows and maintains all Food Safety, GMP, and HACCP Guidelines.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Performs work under general supervision.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills.

• Ability to develop and lead projects within a stated deadline.

• Strong attention to detail and willingness to assist others.

• Experience in technical manufacturing support roles, including internships and co-ops.

• Experience working in paper or film converting and/or printing a plus.

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification a plus.

• Experience leading kaizen events a plus.

• Experience developing process flows and line layouts.

• Proficient user in Microsoft Office Suite and 2D CAD software, including DraftSight and/or AutoCAD.

• Proficiency in 3D CAD software, including SolidWorks, a plus.

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of related work experience

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At Hoffmaster, we believe every person deserves to feel successful. That's why we provide a total rewards package designed to support our employee's success -at work, at home, and in life. This includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances, Tuition and Student Loan repayment assistance, Physical and Mental wellness programs, Paid vacation and holidays, Employee Assistance Program, and more. Learn more about our Benefits at HoffmasterBenefits.com !

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement: To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.