Lean/Process Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Exp. Req.)
Location: Southwest Cleveland, OH (100% on-site)
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 + Annual Bonus (10% Target, 20% Max) + Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, 401K w/ Match, 11 Paid Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time 
Core Hours: M-F, 7am-4pm / 8am-5pm
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship: Not available
Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Lean/Process Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Exp. Req.) Description

Our client in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Lean/Process Engineer to join their team in Cleveland, Ohio. In this role, you will lead continuous improvement projects throughout the plant, applying lean methodologies to enhance operations, eliminate waste, and optimize processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading cross-functional initiatives that deliver sustainable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost. Success in this role requires strong critical thinking, structured problem-solving skills, and a hands-on leadership style that includes training teams and fostering employee engagement in improvement efforts. This is an excellent opportunity to join a global company offering significant potential for professional growth.

Lean/Process Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Exp. Req.)  Responsibilities

•    Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline operations and eliminate waste
•    Deliver sustainable improvements in workflow, safety, quality, productivity, and cost
•    Manage lean transformation using structured problem-solving techniques (Ex: Kaizen, PDCA, A3)
•    Eliminate non-value-added activities using lean tools (Ex: 5S, Root Cause Analysis, & VSM)
•    Foster a culture of continuous improvement through coaching and employee engagement
•    Review and optimize company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
•    Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations teams
•    Develop and deliver training materials to enhance internal lean capabilities
•    Facilitate training sessions for supervisors, production staff, and maintenance teams
•    Track and report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to lean initiatives
•    Lead shop floor lean activities and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
•    Promote sustainable change through data-driven influence and cross-functional collaboration

Lean/Process Engineer (Lean Six Sigma Exp. Req.) Qualifications

•    Lean Six Sigma Certification or equivalent lean system experience is required
•    5+ years of hands-on lean application experience in a manufacturing environment is required
•    Proven success in leading cost reductions and efficiency improvements required 
•    Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, is required
•    OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) system experience is required 
•    Ability to work 100% on-site is required