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Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer I-III

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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 Manufacturing Engineer I-III based at our Berea, KY location .

What you will do:

• Identify & lead continuous improvement activities in manufacturing processes including automation, robotics, and digital systems

• Provide support for existing manufacturing processes to resolve issues

• Evaluate new and existing processes / parts for manufacture and / or assembly utilizing DFT guidelines

• Support development of accurate, safe, and cost-effective manufacturing processes following DFT principles.

• Specify and justify suitable equipment and tooling to meet manufacturing needs

• Solve day to day manufacturing problems to meet SQDCME requirements

• Lead teams using CI tools such as APQP (FMEA, Control Plans, MSA), GPS, 6σ, and other applicable tools

• Able to flex across multiple value streams to provide support to different processes

• Provides support to Innovation and Automation Strategy

• Provides support to New Product Introduction (NPI) Team

Who you are:

• Inspiring leader with the ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives and interact with all levels of the organization.

• Innovative and analytical thinker who can resolve major problems and implement permanent corrective actions.

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to take initiative and be proactive in resolving product quality and customer issues

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to function as a team player.

The successful Continuous Improvement Manufacturing Engineer will have the following Minimum Qualifications:

Level I

• Bachelor’s Degree in technical field or associate degree with 3-5 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• 3-5 Years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education

• Basic leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes, and implement new concepts.

• Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving.

• Analytical ability to resolve minor problems and implement permanent corrective actions

• Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management with demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative.

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, and computer applications.

Level II

• Bachelor’s degree (technical field) preferred or associate degree or 5 – 7 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• 5 - 7 years’ experience in manufacturing or equivalent education

• Intermediate leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts. Ability to lead and interact with small groups

• Intermediate knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead teams in continuous improvement projects

• Intermediate analytical ability to resolve minor problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions.

• Excellent skills in planning/organizing and time management. Demonstrated ability to be proactive and take initiative, including performance of duties exercising independent judgement

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to function as a team player.

• Intermediate knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, computer applications

Level III

• Bachelor’s Degree (technical field) preferred, associate degree, or 7-10 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing

• Strong leadership skills to drive continuous improvement, manage processes and implement new concepts

• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing processes and problem solving. Ability to lead and coach teams in continuous improvement projects

• Strong analytical ability to resolve major problems. Ability to use problem solving processes to implement permanent corrective actions

• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

• Able to be proactive and take initiative while utilizing planning and organization skills to effectively manage time

• Strong knowledge of multiple processes such as machining, welding, assembly techniques, time studies, automation, PLC, machine logic, torque tooling, 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

JC1083

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