Continuous Improvement Engineer I-III - Berea, United States - Hyster-Yale Group

    Hyster-Yale Group
    Hyster-Yale Group Berea, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Job Title
    Continuous Improvement Engineer I-III - 2nd Shift

    Job Family

    Job Description
    What starts with YOU, moves the world
    Hyster-Yale Group, Inc.

    (HYG), a world-class manufacturer of industrial lift trucks, has an outstanding opportunity for an exceptional and talented
    Continuous Improvement Engineer – 2nd Shift field based in
    Berea, Kentucky.



    What you will do:

    • Identify & lead continuous improvement activities in manufacturing processes including automation, robotics, and digital systems
    • Perform validation of manufacturing processes to verify process objectives meet engineering requirements
    • Perform validation of new and existing processes / parts for manufacture and / or assembly utilizing DFT guidelines including capability studies, gauge R&R analysis, and other validation techniques
    • Perform NCR process to determine causes and actions needed to resolve issues (Customer Facing) and provide feedback through Contact Management system
    • Specify and justify suitable process validation equipment and gauging to meet engineering standards
    • Solve day to day quality issues from NCR's, Line faults, FTTq, PDI, TDQ, and other sources
    • Lead warranty cost reduction through problem identification and resolution using Quality Tools
    • Lead teams using CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6σ, and other applicable tools
    • Able to flex across at least two value streams to provide support to different processes
    • Provides support to Innovation and Automation Strategy
    • Provides support to New Product Introduction (NPI) Team

    What you will need:
    Continuous Improvement Engineer I

    • Bachelor's degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 3 – 5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
    • 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
    Continuous Improvement Engineer II

    • Bachelor's degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 5 – 7 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
    years' experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
    Continuous Improvement Engineer III

    • Bachelor's degree (technical field) preferred or Associates degree or 7 – 10 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing
    years' experience in manufacturing or equivalent education
    Skills, Experience & Abilities

    • Leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts. Ability to interact with small groups.
    • Knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to participate on teams completing continuous improvement projects.
    • Analytical ability to resolve minor problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.
    • Skills in planning/organizing and time management. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement.
    • Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function as a team player.
    • Knowledge of Quality tools such as APQP, Control Plans, FMEA, PPAP, MSA, 6σ, lean manufacturing, auditing, torque, and computer applications.

    Who we are:


    HYG designs, engineers, manufactures, markets, and services a complete range of application-tailored lift trucks, attachments and fuel cell solutions that are transforming the way the world moves materials.

    As a global leader in the Materials Handling industry, HYG have been building relationships with our customers, suppliers, dealers, and employees for over 90 years.


    What we offer:
    _Hyster-Yale Group offers competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, supportive work environment, hybrid work option, and opportunities for growth and development


    A full benefits package:
    paid time off; medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer-sponsored profit sharing and 401(k)._
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    Job ID
    JC1086

    Employment Type
    Full time

    Work Hours
    40

    Travel Required
    1-10%

    Primary Location
    HYG US Berea, KY

    Address
    2200 Menelaus Pike

    Zip Code
    40403

    Field-Based
    No

    Relocation Assistance Available
    No

    We are an equal opportunity employer with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental and life insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing.

    EOE/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled